Crossword clue
“Area to defend”
This clue appeared as 52-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, August 6, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
TURFLetters4
Starts withT
Ends withF
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Area to defend” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 6, 2026 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with T and ends with F.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Area to defend” clue?+
The answer is TURF (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 6, 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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