What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Hover ominously" from September 15, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Hover ominously”

This clue appeared as 57-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

LOOM

Letters4

Starts withL

Ends withM

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Hover ominously” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 15, 2026 as 57-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with L and ends with M.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Hover ominously” clue?+

The answer is LOOM (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 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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