Crossword clue
“Mama and papa’s mamas”
This clue appeared as 40-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
NANASLetters5
Starts withN
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Mama and papa’s mamas” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 14, 2026 as 40-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with N and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Mama and papa’s mamas” clue?+
The answer is NANAS (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 14, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.
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