Crossword clue
“Freeze over”
This clue appeared as 82-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, October 16, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ICEUPLetters5
Starts withI
Ends withP
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Freeze over” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 16, 2026 as 82-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with I and ends with P, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Freeze over” clue?+
The answer is ICEUP (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 16, 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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