Crossword clue
“Speaks for, briefly”
This clue appeared as 5-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, September 4, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
REPSLetters4
Starts withR
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Speaks for, briefly” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 4, 2026 as 5-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Speaks for, briefly” clue?+
The answer is REPS (4 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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