Crossword clue

“Want desperately”

This clue appeared as 6-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CRAVE
Letters5
Starts withC
Ends withE
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
May 9, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Want desperately” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 9, 2026 as 6-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Want desperately” clue?+

The answer is CRAVE (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 9, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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