Crossword clue

“Be complicit”

This clue appeared as 40-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ABET
Letters4
Starts withA
Ends withT
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Be complicit” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 4, 2026 as 40-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with A and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Be complicit” clue?+

The answer is ABET (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 4, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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