Intentionally annoy WSJ Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Intentionally annoy" is BAIT.
The word 'bait' can mean to deliberately provoke or annoy someone. In fishing, bait is used to lure fish, similar to how one might provoke someone to get a reaction.
This clue was last seen in the WSJ Crossword on September 13, 2025.
Bait is something used to entice or provoke someone or something.
Rage ___ (Oxford University Press's 2025 Word of the Year), Food to trap fish, Angler's lure, Angler's supply
The clue “Intentionally annoy” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated September 13 2025, the definitive 4-letter answer is: BAIT.
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