What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Theory, after being proven" from May 8, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Theory, after being proven”

This clue appeared as 1-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, May 8, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

LAW

Letters3

Starts withL

Ends withW

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
May 8, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Theory, after being proven” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 8, 2026 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with L and ends with W.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Theory, after being proven” clue?+

The answer is LAW (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 8, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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