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Boomer’s kid, maybe WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? X
2 ? E
3 ? R
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      Hint 1

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      Think of the generation sandwiched between the Boomers and Millennials.

      Hint 2

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      ??? is a colloquial term for a person belonging to Generation X, born approximately between the early 1960s and early 1980s.

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      The clue 'Boomer’s kid, maybe' refers to the generational term '???,' which stands for a member of Generation X. Baby Boomers are typically parents of Gen X individuals, hence 'Boomer's kid.'

      WSJ Crossword February 6 2026 Answers

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      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Boomer’s kid, maybe” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated February 6 2026, the definitive 3-letter answer is: XER.

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