Crossword clue
“Provoke”
This clue appeared as 108-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, August 28, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
RILELetters4
Starts withR
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Provoke” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 28, 2026 as 108-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Provoke” clue?+
The answer is RILE (4 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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