Crossword clue

“Thinker Descartes”

This clue appeared as 55-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, May 11, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersSeen 2 times
RENE
Letters4
Starts withR
Ends withE
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Thinker Descartes” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 11, 2026 as 55-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Thinker Descartes” clue?+

The answer is RENE (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 11, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 2 times in the WSJ Crossword, most recently on May 11, 2026.

How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+

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