Crossword clue

“Break off”

This clue appeared as 26-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, August 24, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SEVER
Letters5
Starts withS
Ends withR
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Aug 24, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Break off” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 24, 2026 as 26-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with R.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Break off” clue?+

The answer is SEVER (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 24, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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