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"That was a close one!" Crossword Clue

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By WordClues Team • Updated Jun 15, 2026

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"That was a close one!" Crossword Clue

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The clue was last seen in the May 13, 2026 Apple News puzzle.

The most recent answer to the clue is phew

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