Deplete WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? U
2 ? S
3 ? E
4 ? U
5 ? P
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      Hint 1

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      Think about what happens to a candle over time when it's lit.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      To consume or exhaust a resource completely.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The clue 'Deplete' suggests exhausting or consuming resources. '?????' means to consume something completely until there's nothing left, which aligns with the idea of depletion.

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      Finish off, as a tube of toothpaste, Fully deplete, Deplete, as a resource

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Deplete” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated June 12 2026, the definitive 5-letter answer is: USEUP.

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