Crossword clue

“Quebec neighbor”

This clue appeared as 20-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, October 16, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
MAINE
Letters5
Starts withM
Ends withE
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Oct 16, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Quebec neighbor” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 16, 2026 as 20-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M and ends with E, 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 “Quebec neighbor” clue?+

The answer is MAINE (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.

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