What is the answer to "Rules governing self-expression?" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Rules governing self-expression?" is GENETICCODE (11 letters).

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Rules governing self-expression? USA Today Crossword Clue

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GENETICCODE

11 letters · Down · last seen September 5, 2026

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