What is the answer to "Ran the kingdom" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Ran the kingdom" is RULED (5 letters).

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Ran the kingdom USA Today Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the June 21, 2026 puzzle

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RULED

5 letters · Across · last seen June 21, 2026

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