Which US state is closest to Africa? (5) Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% MAINE Which US state is closest to Africa? (5) (5)
8% NEAREST Closest (7) The Telegraph Quick Feb 10, 2026
7% BESTIE Closest pal (6) USA Today Jan 24, 2026
7% INDIANA US state (7) The Telegraph Quick Jan 16, 2026
7% BESTFRIEND Closest companion (10) Universal Jan 11, 2026
7% ANNAPOLIS State capital that's closest to the U.S. Capitol (9) New York Times Jan 4, 2026
7% IDAHO US state (5) The Telegraph Quick Dec 29, 2025
6% BOERS Dutch settlers in Africa (5) Wall Street Journal Feb 14, 2026
6% KIN Next of ___ (closest relative) (3)
6% OHIO Dayton's US state (4) (4) The Sun Mini Feb 7, 2026
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