Crossword clue
“Careless mistakes”
This clue appeared as 5-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SLIPSLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Careless mistakes” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 22, 2026 as 5-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Careless mistakes” clue?+
The answer is SLIPS (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 22, 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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