Crossword clue
“It comes before beta”
This clue appeared as 44-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, September 21, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ALPHALetters5
Starts withA
Ends withA
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “It comes before beta” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 21, 2026 as 44-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with A.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “It comes before beta” clue?+
The answer is ALPHA (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 21, 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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