Explosive peak WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? E
2 ? T
3 ? N
4 ? A
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      Think of a fiery giant known for its temper in the Mediterranean.

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      ???? is an active volcano on the east coast of Sicily, Italy.

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      The clue 'Explosive peak' refers to Mount ????, a well-known volcano located in Sicily, Italy. The term 'explosive' alludes to volcanic eruptions, and 'peak' indicates a mountain or summit, making ???? a perfect fit.

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      Volcano on Sicily, Sicilian spewer, Sicilian smoker, Mountain said to house Hephaestus' forges, Mount known to produce rare volcanic "smoke rings"

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Explosive peak” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated December 5 2025, the definitive 4-letter answer is: ETNA.

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