What is the answer to "Very firm" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "Very firm" is ROCKHARD (8 letters).

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Very firm USA Today Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the October 29, 2026 puzzle

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ROCKHARD

8 letters · Down · last seen October 29, 2026

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