What is the answer to "Frightened shriek" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Frightened shriek" is EEK (3 letters).

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Frightened shriek USA Today Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the June 23, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

EEK

3 letters · Down · last seen June 23, 2026

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