Hit Ctrl+V WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? P
2 ? A
3 ? S
4 ? T
5 ? E
6 ? D
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      Hint 1

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      Think of what happens when you apply glue to a surface after copying something.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      ?????? means to have inserted copied content into a document or field.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The clue refers to the keyboard shortcut 'Ctrl+V,' which is commonly used to paste copied content into a document or field. '??????' is the past tense of 'paste,' indicating the action has been completed.

      Hint 4

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      soundly defeated, in slang, attached with glue, affixed with glue

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Hit Ctrl+V” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated October 18 2025, the definitive 6-letter answer is: PASTED.

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