What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Playful puppy’s bite" from July 19, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Playful puppy’s bite”

This clue appeared as 6-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Sunday, July 19, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

NIP

Letters3

Starts withN

Ends withP

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jul 19, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Playful puppy’s bite” ran in the WSJ Crossword on July 19, 2026 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with N and ends with P.

See every answer from the puzzle on the WSJ Crossword page for July 19, 2026, or learn how clues like this work in our guide to crossword clue types.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Playful puppy’s bite” clue?+

The answer is NIP (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of July 19, 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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