Crossword clue
“Abstractions”
This clue appeared as 22-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, September 4, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
IDEASLetters5
Starts withI
Ends withS
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Abstractions” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 4, 2026 as 22-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with I and ends with S, 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 “Abstractions” clue?+
The answer is IDEAS (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 4, 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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