Crossword clue
“Polite denial”
This clue appeared as 53-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
NOSIRLetters5
Starts withN
Ends withR
Vowels2
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| NOSIR | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| NOMAAM | 6 | 1 of 2 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Polite denial” ran in the WSJ Crossword on June 17, 2026 as 53-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with N and ends with R.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Polite denial” clue?+
The answer is NOSIR (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of June 17, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the WSJ Crossword, most recently on June 17, 2026.
How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for June 17, 2026, or browse every date on the WSJ Crossword hub.