What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Big name in spongy balls" from June 29, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Big name in spongy balls”

This clue appeared as 22-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, June 29, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

NERF

Letters4

Starts withN

Ends withF

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jun 29, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Big name in spongy balls” ran in the WSJ Crossword on June 29, 2026 as 22-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with N and ends with F.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Big name in spongy balls” clue?+

The answer is NERF (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of June 29, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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