Crossword clue
“Cause of hundreds of collisions in Alaska annually”
This clue appeared as 38-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
MOOSELetters5
Starts withM
Ends withE
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Cause of hundreds of collisions in Alaska annually” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 16, 2026 as 38-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M 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 “Cause of hundreds of collisions in Alaska annually” clue?+
The answer is MOOSE (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 16, 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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