What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Magnet for controversy" from September 16, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Magnet for controversy”

This clue appeared as 20-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The answer has 12 letters.

Answer · 12 lettersFirst appearance

LIGHTNINGROD

Letters12

Starts withL

Ends withD

Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Sep 16, 202612 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Magnet for controversy” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 16, 2026 as 20-Across. Its answer is a 12-letter word that starts with L and ends with D, 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 “Magnet for controversy” clue?+

The answer is LIGHTNINGROD (12 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 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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