Crossword clue
“Nickname of Hall of Famer Ernie Banks”
This clue appeared as 19-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
MRCUBLetters5
Starts withM
Ends withB
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Nickname of Hall of Famer Ernie Banks” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 4, 2026 as 19-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M and ends with B, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Nickname of Hall of Famer Ernie Banks” clue?+
The answer is MRCUB (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 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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