Crossword clue

“Bear in books”

This clue appeared as 12-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
POOH
Letters4
Starts withP
Ends withH
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jun 6, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Bear in books” ran in the WSJ Crossword on June 6, 2026 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with P and ends with H.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Bear in books” clue?+

The answer is POOH (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of June 6, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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