Letter on a resistor WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? O
2 ? M
3 ? E
4 ? G
5 ? A
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a symbol that measures resistance in circuits, not just a character in the alphabet.

      Hint 2

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      ????? is the 24th and last letter of the Greek alphabet, often used as a symbol for ohms in electrical resistance.

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      In electronics, resistors are often labeled with Greek letters, and '?????' (Ω) is the symbol used to represent ohms, the unit of electrical resistance. The clue plays on the dual meaning of 'letter' as both a character in an alphabet and a symbol in electrical terminology.

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      Last Greek letter, Fancy Swiss watch brand, Alpha's counterpart, MGOEA, Last letter of the Greek alphabet

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Letter on a resistor” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated August 5 2026, the definitive 5-letter answer is: OMEGA.

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      Letter on a resistor Crossword Clue