Crossword clue

“Pranks”

This clue appeared as 9-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
HIJINKS
Letters7
Starts withH
Ends withS
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jun 18, 20267 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Pranks” ran in the WSJ Crossword on June 18, 2026 as 9-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with H and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Pranks” clue?+

The answer is HIJINKS (7 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of June 18, 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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