Crossword clue

“Scorch”

This clue appeared as 70-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, July 24, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SINGE
Letters5
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jul 24, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Scorch” ran in the WSJ Crossword on July 24, 2026 as 70-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Scorch” clue?+

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

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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