Lead-up times WSJ Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Lead-up times" is EVES.
The clue 'Lead-up times' refers to the periods just before significant events, known as 'eves.' For example, Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas, and the word 'eve' signifies the lead-up to a special day.
This clue was last seen in the WSJ Crossword on August 30, 2025.
Eves are the days or evenings immediately preceding a special day or event.
Days before important days, Holiday preceders, Preceding nights, December 24 and 31, e.g., Preceding periods
The clue “Lead-up times” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated August 30 2025, the definitive 4-letter answer is: EVES.
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