Goo from a tree (3)

I believe the answer is:

sap

(Other definitions for sap that I've seen before include "Drain of energy" , "Watery substance in plants" , "Drain - vital fluid" , "Exhaust" , "The juice in trees" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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