Crossword clue
“Abrupt expulsion”
This clue appeared as 118-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Saturday, July 11, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
PURGELetters5
Starts withP
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Abrupt expulsion” ran in the WSJ Crossword on July 11, 2026 as 118-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Abrupt expulsion” clue?+
The answer is PURGE (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of July 11, 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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