Crossword clue
“Scratch the surface?”
This clue appeared as 54-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, October 26, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ETCHLetters4
Starts withE
Ends withH
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Scratch the surface?” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 26, 2026 as 54-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with E and ends with H.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Scratch the surface?” clue?+
The answer is ETCH (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 26, 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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