Crossword clue
“Elf preceder”
This clue appeared as 18-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ZEHNLetters4
Starts withZ
Ends withN
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Elf preceder” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 3, 2026 as 18-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with Z and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Elf preceder” clue?+
The answer is ZEHN (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 3, 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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