What is the answer to "Runs away from" in the Newsday Crossword?

The answer to the Newsday Crossword clue "Runs away from" is FLEES (5 letters).

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Runs away from Newsday Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the January 21, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

FLEES

5 letters · Down · last seen January 21, 2026

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