What is the answer to "Substance used in making pretzels" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Substance used in making pretzels" is LYE (3 letters).

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Substance used in making pretzels USA Today Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the November 2, 2026 puzzle

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LYE

3 letters · Across · last seen November 2, 2026

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