Crossword clue

“Dire fate”

This clue appeared as 62-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
DOOM
Letters4
Starts withD
Ends withM
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Dire fate” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 3, 2026 as 62-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with D and ends with M.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Dire fate” clue?+

The answer is DOOM (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 3, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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