What is the answer to "Of vital importance" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Of vital importance" is KEY (3 letters).

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Of vital importance WSJ Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the August 6, 2026 puzzle

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KEY

3 letters · Across · last seen August 6, 2026

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