What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Wax alternative" from September 4, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Wax alternative”

This clue appeared as 8-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, September 4, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

SHAVE

Letters5

Starts withS

Ends withE

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Sep 4, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Wax alternative” ran in the WSJ Crossword on September 4, 2026 as 8-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Wax alternative” clue?+

The answer is SHAVE (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of September 4, 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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