What is the answer to "Takes a little off the top" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Takes a little off the top" is TRIMS (5 letters).

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Takes a little off the top USA Today Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the June 28, 2026 puzzle

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TRIMS

5 letters · Across · last seen June 28, 2026

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