Crossword clue
“Lost on purpose”
This clue appeared as 61-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
THREWLetters5
Starts withT
Ends withW
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Lost on purpose” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 15, 2026 as 61-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with T and ends with W, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Lost on purpose” clue?+
The answer is THREW (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 15, 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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