Crossword clue

“Smile shape”

This clue appeared as 4-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, June 12, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
ARC
Letters3
Starts withA
Ends withC
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jun 12, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Smile shape” ran in the WSJ Crossword on June 12, 2026 as 4-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with A and ends with C.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Smile shape” clue?+

The answer is ARC (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of June 12, 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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