Crossword clue
“Used to be”
This clue appeared as 54-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersSeen 4 times
WASLetters3
Starts withW
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Used to be” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 27, 2026 as 54-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with W and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Used to be” clue?+
The answer is WAS (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 27, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 4 times in the WSJ Crossword, most recently on May 27, 2026.
How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for May 27, 2026, or browse every date on the WSJ Crossword hub.