Debtor’s pledge WSJ Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Debtor’s pledge" is IOU.
An 'IOU' is a written acknowledgment of debt, representing a pledge by the debtor to pay back the money owed. The term 'IOU' is derived from the phonetic pronunciation of 'I owe you.'
This clue was last seen in the WSJ Crossword on December 22, 2025.
An 'IOU' is a written promise to pay a debt.
Promise to reimburse, Promise of repayment, Note from a short person?, Payment promise, "Gonna pay ya back later" note
The clue “Debtor’s pledge” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated December 22 2025, the definitive 3-letter answer is: IOU.
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