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Wild guess WSJ Crossword Clue

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Clue History: Wild guess

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Answer STAB
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Puzzle NYT Midi Crossword - September 3 2026
Answer STAB
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Puzzle WSJ Crossword - August 5 2026
Answer STAB
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Puzzle WSJ Crossword - July 23 2026
Answer STAB
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Puzzle NYT Crossword - June 28 2026
Answer STAB
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Puzzle WSJ Crossword - April 30 2026
Answer STAB
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Puzzle WSJ Crossword - December 23 2025
Answer STAB
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Puzzle WSJ Crossword - October 17 2025
Answer STAB
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Puzzle WSJ Crossword - September 11 2025
Answer STAB
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Puzzle WSJ Crossword - August 9 2025
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Wild guess" is STAB.
The phrase 'take a stab' at something means to make an attempt or guess, often without much information, similar to a 'wild guess.' The word 'stab' conveys the idea of trying something out, akin to making a speculative guess.
A stab is an attempt or guess, often made without much confidence or certainty.
Sudden pain, Sign abbr. meaning "founded in", Informal attempt, Piercing cut, Rough guess
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The clue “Wild guess” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated August 5 2026, the definitive 4-letter answer is: STAB.

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