Crossword clue
“Pained cry”
This clue appeared as 22-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, May 18, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
OUCHLetters4
Starts withO
Ends withH
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Pained cry” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 18, 2026 as 22-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with O and ends with H.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Pained cry” clue?+
The answer is OUCH (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 18, 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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