What is the answer to "Pre-finals round" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Pre-finals round" is SEMIS (5 letters).

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Pre-finals round USA Today Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the September 24, 2026 puzzle

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SEMIS

5 letters · Across · last seen September 24, 2026

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