Crossword clue

“Bitter rant”

This clue appeared as 14-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersSeen 3 times
SCREED
Letters6
Starts withS
Ends withD
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Bitter rant” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 20, 2026 as 14-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with S and ends with D.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Bitter rant” clue?+

The answer is SCREED (6 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 20, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 3 times in the WSJ Crossword, most recently on May 20, 2026.

How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+

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