Crossword clue
“Minor mistake”
This clue appeared as 28-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, May 18, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersSeen 2 times
BOOBOOLetters6
Starts withB
Ends withO
Vowels4
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| SLIP | 4 | 1 of 2 |
| BOOBOO | 6 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Minor mistake” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 18, 2026 as 28-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with B and ends with O, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Minor mistake” clue?+
The answer is BOOBOO (6 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 18, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the WSJ Crossword, most recently on May 18, 2026.
How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+
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