No longer fresh WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? S
2 ? T
3 ? A
4 ? L
5 ? E
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T
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R
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T
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E
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      Hint 1

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      Think of bread that's been left out too long.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      ????? means no longer fresh or pleasant to eat, often due to age or exposure to air.

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      explanation
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      The clue 'No longer fresh' refers to something that has lost its freshness, like bread or air, which is described as '?????.' The word '?????' is commonly used to describe items that have become old and less appealing.

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      Like most crackers buried in a booster seat, Outmoded, well-worn, Like the bread used for croutons, Like crackers that have lost some crunch, Tired

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “No longer fresh” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated October 20 2025, the definitive 5-letter answer is: STALE.

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      No longer fresh Crossword Clue