Crossword clue

“Like some columns and some chemical bonds”

This clue appeared as 12-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, July 6, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
IONIC
Letters5
Starts withI
Ends withC
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jul 6, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Like some columns and some chemical bonds” ran in the WSJ Crossword on July 6, 2026 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with I and ends with C, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Like some columns and some chemical bonds” clue?+

The answer is IONIC (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of July 6, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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