Crossword clue
“Catches without meaning to, perhaps”
This clue appeared as 22-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
OVERHEARSLetters9
Starts withO
Ends withS
Vowels4
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About this clue
The clue “Catches without meaning to, perhaps” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 22, 2026 as 22-Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with O and ends with S, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Catches without meaning to, perhaps” clue?+
The answer is OVERHEARS (9 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 22, 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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