Crossword clue
“Playfully shy”
This clue appeared as 44-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Sunday, August 16, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
COYLetters3
Starts withC
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Playfully shy” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 16, 2026 as 44-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with C and ends with Y.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Playfully shy” clue?+
The answer is COY (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 16, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.
How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+
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