Crossword clue
“Irritate”
This clue appeared as 97-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
PEEVELetters5
Starts withP
Ends withE
Vowels3
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| GETTO | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| PEEVE | 5 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Irritate” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 9, 2026 as 97-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Irritate” clue?+
The answer is PEEVE (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the WSJ Crossword, most recently on May 9, 2026.
How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+
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