Cleaned out, in a way WSJ Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Cleaned out, in a way" is BROKE.
The clue uses 'cleaned out' metaphorically to describe a situation where someone has no money, as if their finances have been thoroughly cleaned out. 'In a way' suggests a figurative interpretation, leading to 'broke,' meaning financially depleted.
This clue was last seen in the WSJ Crossword on September 18, 2025.
Broke means having no money or being financially insolvent.
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The clue “Cleaned out, in a way” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated September 18 2025, the definitive 5-letter answer is: BROKE.
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