Crossword clue
“Nickel back word”
This clue appeared as 42-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, August 17, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersSeen 2 times
FIVELetters4
Starts withF
Ends withE
Vowels2
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| FIVE | 4 | 1 of 2 |
| UNUM | 4 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Nickel back word” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 17, 2026 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with F and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Nickel back word” clue?+
The answer is FIVE (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 17, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the WSJ Crossword, most recently on August 17, 2026.
How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+
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