Crossword clue
“It’s next to chlorine on the periodic table”
This clue appeared as 5-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ARGONLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withN
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “It’s next to chlorine on the periodic table” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 30, 2026 as 5-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “It’s next to chlorine on the periodic table” clue?+
The answer is ARGON (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 30, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.
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