Crossword clue

“Surname in a Brontë title”

This clue appeared as 16-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
EYRE
Letters4
Starts withE
Ends withE
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
May 20, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Surname in a Brontë title” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 20, 2026 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with E and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Surname in a Brontë title” clue?+

The answer is EYRE (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 20, 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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