Departed WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? G
2 ? O
3 ? N
4 ? E
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      Hint 1

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      Think of something that is no longer here, like a vanished magician's rabbit.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      No longer present; having left or disappeared.

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      explanation
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      The word 'departed' is a past tense form of 'depart,' meaning to leave or go away. '????' is the past participle of 'go,' which similarly indicates that someone or something has left or is no longer present.

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      Eaten up, Here no longer, Just a memory now, Out of the park, Blotto

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Departed” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated September 29 2025, the definitive 4-letter answer is: GONE.

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