What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Was a prelude (to)" from September 24, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Was a prelude (to)”

This clue appeared as 42-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

LEDUP

Letters5

Starts withL

Ends withP

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Sep 24, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Was a prelude (to)” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 24, 2026 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with L and ends with P.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Was a prelude (to)” clue?+

The answer is LEDUP (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 24, 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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