Crossword clue
“Back up”
This clue appeared as 2-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, August 28, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ASSISTLetters6
Starts withA
Ends withT
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Back up” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 28, 2026 as 2-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with A and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Back up” clue?+
The answer is ASSIST (6 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 28, 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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