What is the answer to "Used up time to protect a lead" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Used up time to protect a lead" is RANOUTTHECLOCK (14 letters).

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Used up time to protect a lead USA Today Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the October 26, 2026 puzzle

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RANOUTTHECLOCK

14 letters · Across · last seen October 26, 2026

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