Smart reaction? WSJ Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Smart reaction?" is OUCH.
The clue uses wordplay by suggesting a 'smart' as in a sharp pain rather than intelligence. 'Ouch' is a common exclamation when someone feels sudden pain, thus a 'reaction' to something that 'smarts.'
Ouch is an exclamation used to express sudden pain.
"That's gonna sting!", Pained cry, reaction to a pin prick
WSJ Crossword - January 31, 2026 - WSJ Crossword - March 06, 2026
The clue “Smart reaction?” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated March 6 2026, the definitive 4-letter answer is: OUCH.
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