Crossword clue
“It might be on the line”
This clue appeared as 54-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
WASHLetters4
Starts withW
Ends withH
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “It might be on the line” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 27, 2026 as 54-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with W and ends with H.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “It might be on the line” clue?+
The answer is WASH (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 27, 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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