Wrong WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? A
2 ? W
3 ? R
4 ? Y
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A
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M
3
I
4
S
5
S
(5 letters)

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      Hint 1

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      When plans go off the intended path, they may end up here.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      ???? means away from the expected or proper direction; amiss or askew.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The word '????' means something that is not in its proper or expected position, which aligns with the idea of something being 'wrong' or off course. In this context, 'wrong' suggests a deviation from the norm, which matches the definition of '????.'

      Hint 4

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      Off-center, Out of its correct position, Crooked, Not right, Bad way to go

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Wrong” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated December 11 2025, the definitive 4-letter answer is: AWRY.

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