Crossword clue
“Take by force”
This clue appeared as 24-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
WRESTLetters5
Starts withW
Ends withT
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Take by force” ran in the WSJ Crossword on July 1, 2026 as 24-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with W and ends with T, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Take by force” clue?+
The answer is WREST (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of July 1, 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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