Crossword clue
“Banana Republic competitor”
This clue appeared as 25-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, November 2, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
JCREWLetters5
Starts withJ
Ends withW
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Banana Republic competitor” ran in the WSJ Crossword on November 2, 2026 as 25-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with J and ends with W, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Banana Republic competitor” clue?+
The answer is JCREW (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of November 2, 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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