What is the answer to "Pretense" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Pretense" is GUISE (5 letters).

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Pretense USA Today Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the July 4, 2026 puzzle

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GUISE

5 letters · Down · last seen July 4, 2026

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