Crossword clue

“Like lava”

This clue appeared as 12-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, September 25, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
MOLTEN
Letters6
Starts withM
Ends withN
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Sep 25, 20266 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Like lava” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 25, 2026 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with M and ends with N.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Like lava” clue?+

The answer is MOLTEN (6 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 25, 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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