Plummeted WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? F
2 ? E
3 ? L
4 ? L
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      Hint 1

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      Think of something that descends rapidly, like a stone in water.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      ????: to move downward, typically rapidly and freely without control.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The word 'plummeted' means to fall or drop suddenly and steeply, which directly relates to the past tense of the verb 'fall,' which is '????.' The clue uses a synonym to guide you to the answer.

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      Tumbled down ... or a season in the past tense?, cut down, as a tree

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Plummeted” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated May 29 2026, the definitive 4-letter answer is: FELL.

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