Crossword clue

“Ways things are done”

This clue appeared as 6-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, August 10, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
MODES
Letters5
Starts withM
Ends withS
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Aug 10, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Ways things are done” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 10, 2026 as 6-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Ways things are done” clue?+

The answer is MODES (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 10, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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