Viscounts’ superiors

Crossword Answer — July 21, 2026

Answer

Think of noble titles that outrank viscounts! 👑

WSJ Crossword

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

By Justin Werfel · Edited by Mike Shenk

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Across

  1. 1Call from downfield
  2. 7Braying beast
  3. 10Milliner’s product
  4. 13Government office
  5. 14Dove or Dial
  6. 16World Cup cry
  7. 17Odin’s home
  8. 18Contented sound
  9. 19Focus on a lot, say
  10. 20King, in Córdoba
  11. 21Botanical ring
  12. 23“High Noon” soundtrack composer Dimitri
  13. 25Instrument in much ’80s pop
  14. 27Issa of “Insecure”
  15. 28Starters, informally
  16. 32Platte Valley native
  17. 33“Right back ___!”
  18. 35Bottom
  19. 36Swiss watch part
  20. 372006 Winter Games host
  21. 39Summery
  22. 41Closing in on
  23. 43Video game company named for a go term
  24. 44Danish actor Mikkelsen
  25. 46Within: Prefix
  26. 47Ices
  27. 48“Have ___ news for you!”
  28. 49Enjoys Aspen
  29. 50Tram or trolley system: Abbr.
  30. 51Armored robot, in manga and anime
  31. 5324 hours earlier
  32. 56Barbie’s beau
  33. 57Baseball’s Cobb and France
  34. 60Dict. entry
  35. 61Obligation
  36. 63“Argo” setting
  37. 65Entirely
  38. 66Robe closer
  39. 672014 film about boxer Muhammad
  40. 68Hamm of soccer
  41. 69Quite little
  42. 70Arise, and a description of each set of circled letters

Down

  1. 1Flanged girder
  2. 2Euterpe or Terpsichore
  3. 3Satyr’s celebration
  4. 4Pod sphere
  5. 5Viscounts’ superiors
  6. 6Exercise practice not for the bashful
  7. 7Nile reptile
  8. 8Allman Brothers Band specialty
  9. 9Indian garment
  10. 10Place to see Canadiens or Canucks
  11. 11Jai ___
  12. 12Flier by the shore
  13. 15Fairly divided
  14. 22Microsoft pointing device
  15. 24Ripens
  16. 26Start of many ode titles
  17. 28Far from shore
  18. 29Basil-based sauce
  19. 30Standard drumming pattern of four taps with two grace notes
  20. 31Wok dish
  21. 34“___ a stinker?” (Bugs Bunny line)
  22. 38Oxfam International and Save the Children, e.g., for short
  23. 40Successor to Windows XP
  24. 42Pleasing to look at
  25. 45Ripen
  26. 52Lend ___ (listen)
  27. 53First person
  28. 54Spot for a hero
  29. 55Make like a beaver
  30. 57Snare
  31. 58China-North Korea border river
  32. 59Shears sound
  33. 62___/her
  34. 64Wellness grp.

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Call from downfield — Answer: IMOPEN. Hint: If you want the ball, it's time to signal you're available! 📣
  2. 7. Braying beast — Answer: ASS. Hint: This animal's loud sounds can be quite a joke! 🐴
  3. 10. Milliner’s product — Answer: HAT. Hint: This stylish accessory can top off any outfit and keep the sun at bay! 🎩
  4. 13. Government office — Answer: BUREAU. Hint: This term often refers to a specific department within a larger organization. 🏢
  5. 14. Dove or Dial — Answer: SOAP. Hint: This item can help you lather up and leave you feeling fresh! 🧼
  6. 16. World Cup cry — Answer: OLE. Hint: Celebrate a goal with a rhythmic cheer that echoes in stadiums! 🎉
  7. 17. Odin’s home — Answer: ASGARD. Hint: Think of the mythical realm where Norse gods are said to reside! 🏰
  8. 18. Contented sound — Answer: PURR. Hint: Think of a happy feline's favorite noise. 🐱
  9. 19. Focus on a lot, say — Answer: CAR. Hint: What you drive might just be your main concentration! 🚗
  10. 20. King, in Córdoba — Answer: REY. Hint: In Spanish, the title for royalty! 👑
  11. 21. Botanical ring — Answer: LEI. Hint: This floral necklace is often worn for celebrations in tropical locales! 🌺
  12. 23. “High Noon” soundtrack composer Dimitri — Answer: TIOMKIN. Hint: Think of a composer whose name has a striking ring to it, perfect for a dramatic score! 🎶
  13. 25. Instrument in much ’80s pop — Answer: SYNTH. Hint: This electronic device was a key player in creating those catchy retro sounds! 🎹
  14. 27. Issa of “Insecure” — Answer: RAE. Hint: This actress shares her last name with a common word for a beam of light! 🌟
  15. 28. Starters, informally — Answer: APPS. Hint: Think of small dishes served before the main course! 🍽️
  16. 32. Platte Valley native — Answer: OTOE. Hint: Think of a Native American tribe that has ties to a river in Nebraska! 🌊
  17. 33. “Right back ___!” — Answer: ATYA. Hint: This phrase is often used in friendly banter when you're excited to see someone again! 😄
  18. 35. Bottom — Answer: SEAT. Hint: Where you might park yourself for a while! 🪑
  19. 36. Swiss watch part — Answer: GEAR. Hint: Think of what helps the hands move smoothly around the face of a timepiece! ⌚
  20. 37. 2006 Winter Games host — Answer: TURIN. Hint: This Italian city is famous for its rich cultural heritage and delicious chocolate! 🍫
  21. 39. Summery — Answer: ESTIVAL. Hint: Think of a word that evokes the joy and warmth of summer days! ☀️
  22. 41. Closing in on — Answer: NEARING. Hint: Think about what you do when you get closer to a destination! 🚶‍♂️
  23. 43. Video game company named for a go term — Answer: ATARI. Hint: This gaming pioneer shares its name with a popular move in a classic board game! 🎮
  24. 44. Danish actor Mikkelsen — Answer: LARS. Hint: This name might remind you of a classic Scandinavian story! 🇩🇰
  25. 46. Within: Prefix — Answer: ENTO. Hint: This prefix often hints at something being inside or within, like a cozy little nook! 🏡
  26. 47. Ices — Answer: OFFS. Hint: Think of your favorite way to keep cool on a hot day! ❄️
  27. 48. “Have ___ news for you!” — Answer: IGOT. Hint: This phrase often precedes a big reveal or important update! 📢
  28. 49. Enjoys Aspen — Answer: SKIS. Hint: This winter sport takes you down snowy slopes! 🎿
  29. 50. Tram or trolley system: Abbr. — Answer: LRT. Hint: Think of a modern transit system that runs on tracks and is often found in cities! 🚊
  30. 51. Armored robot, in manga and anime — Answer: MECHA. Hint: Think of futuristic machines often seen in epic battles! 🤖
  31. 53. 24 hours earlier — Answer: ADAYAGO. Hint: Think about a time shift that could apply to a full day! ⏳
  32. 56. Barbie’s beau — Answer: KEN. Hint: He's the iconic sidekick who often shines in pink! 🎀
  33. 57. Baseball’s Cobb and France — Answer: TYS. Hint: Think of notable figures from both sports and history! ⚾️
  34. 60. Dict. entry — Answer: DEF. Hint: It's a shorthand term for explaining the meaning of a word! 📖
  35. 61. Obligation — Answer: ONUS. Hint: Think about what weighs on your shoulders when you have something to do! ⚖️
  36. 63. “Argo” setting — Answer: TEHRAN. Hint: Think of the capital of Iran, known for its rich history and culture! 🇮🇷
  37. 65. Entirely — Answer: ALL. Hint: Think about a word that means everything or the whole lot! 🌟
  38. 66. Robe closer — Answer: SASH. Hint: This accessory can cinch your outfit and add a touch of flair! 🎀
  39. 67. 2014 film about boxer Muhammad — Answer: IAMALI. Hint: This film captures the life of a legendary boxing champion known for his charisma and activism. 🥊
  40. 68. Hamm of soccer — Answer: MIA. Hint: Think of a city known for its warm weather and vibrant culture! 🌴
  41. 69. Quite little — Answer: WEE. Hint: Think of something tiny that often brings a smile! 😊
  42. 70. Arise, and a description of each set of circled letters — Answer: CROPUP. Hint: Think about how plants grow and how to explain their grouping! 🌱

Down

  1. 1. Flanged girder — Answer: IBAR. Hint: Think of a structural element that has a cross-section resembling a capital letter that supports loads. 🏗️
  2. 2. Euterpe or Terpsichore — Answer: MUSE. Hint: Think of the inspiration behind art and music! 🎨
  3. 3. Satyr’s celebration — Answer: ORGY. Hint: Think of a wild party that might involve a lot of revelry! 🎉
  4. 4. Pod sphere — Answer: PEA. Hint: Think of a small, round vegetable often found in gardens! 🥕
  5. 5. Viscounts’ superiors — Answer: EARLS. Hint: Think of noble titles that outrank viscounts! 👑
  6. 6. Exercise practice not for the bashful — Answer: NUDEYOGA. Hint: Get ready to stretch and breathe in your birthday suit! 🧘‍♂️
  7. 7. Nile reptile — Answer: ASP. Hint: This sneaky serpent is often found in ancient tales! 🐍
  8. 8. Allman Brothers Band specialty — Answer: SOUTHERNROCK. Hint: Think of a genre that embodies the spirit of the deep South and its musical roots! 🎸
  9. 9. Indian garment — Answer: SARI. Hint: This elegant drape is a staple in many Indian wardrobes! 🥻
  10. 10. Place to see Canadiens or Canucks — Answer: HOCKEYRINK. Hint: Where icy battles unfold and fans cheer for their favorite teams! 🏒
  11. 11. Jai ___ — Answer: ALAI. Hint: Think of a sport popular in some parts of the world that rhymes with 'high.' 🎾
  12. 12. Flier by the shore — Answer: TERN. Hint: This seabird is known for its graceful flight and often nests near coastal areas. 🐦
  13. 15. Fairly divided — Answer: PRORATA. Hint: Think about how resources are shared based on proportion! 📊
  14. 22. Microsoft pointing device — Answer: INTELLIMOUSE. Hint: This device helps you navigate your computer with ease, but it's not just any mouse! 🖱️
  15. 24. Ripens — Answer: MATURES. Hint: Think about how fruit changes as it gets ready to eat! 🍏
  16. 26. Start of many ode titles — Answer: TOA. Hint: Think of a common way to address someone in a poem! 🎶
  17. 28. Far from shore — Answer: ASEA. Hint: Imagine a journey on the waves, away from land and into the blue! 🌊
  18. 29. Basil-based sauce — Answer: PESTO. Hint: Think of a green sauce that's a favorite for pasta lovers! 🌿
  19. 30. Standard drumming pattern of four taps with two grace notes — Answer: PATAFLAFLA. Hint: This rhythmic pattern might just make you want to tap your feet! 🥁
  20. 31. Wok dish — Answer: STIRFRY. Hint: Think of a quick and colorful cooking method that involves tossing ingredients in a hot pan! 🍜
  21. 34. “___ a stinker?” (Bugs Bunny line) — Answer: AINTI. Hint: Think of Bugs Bunny's playful way to ask if something is problematic! 🐰
  22. 38. Oxfam International and Save the Children, e.g., for short — Answer: NGOS. Hint: Think of organizations that aim to make the world a better place! 🌍
  23. 40. Successor to Windows XP — Answer: VISTAOS. Hint: Think of the operating system that followed a well-loved version! 🌐
  24. 42. Pleasing to look at — Answer: ESTHETIC. Hint: Think about what makes art or nature visually delightful! 🎨
  25. 45. Ripen — Answer: AGE. Hint: Think of what happens to cheese or wine over time! 🧀
  26. 52. Lend ___ (listen) — Answer: ANEAR. Hint: This word hints at being close or nearby, especially in terms of sound! 🎧
  27. 53. First person — Answer: ADAM. Hint: Think of the original man in many creation stories! 🌍
  28. 54. Spot for a hero — Answer: DELI. Hint: Where you might find a super sandwich to fuel your adventures! 🥪
  29. 55. Make like a beaver — Answer: GNAW. Hint: Think about what those busy little creatures do to wood! 🪵
  30. 57. Snare — Answer: TRAP. Hint: Watch your step in the woods; something might be waiting for you! 🐾
  31. 58. China-North Korea border river — Answer: YALU. Hint: This river forms part of the boundary between two countries in East Asia, flowing with historical significance. 🌊
  32. 59. Shears sound — Answer: SNIP. Hint: Think of what you might hear when you cut something quickly! ✂️
  33. 62. ___/her — Answer: SHE. Hint: Think of a pronoun that's all about her! 😉
  34. 64. Wellness grp. — Answer: HMO. Hint: Think about a type of health plan that might keep you feeling great! 🏥

The answer to “Viscounts’ superiors” in the Wall Street Journal crossword is EARLS — a 5-letter word. This clue ran in the Wall Street Journal crossword on July 21, 2026, a Tuesday puzzle, at 5-Down. If it's the entry standing between you and a clean grid, that's the word you need — and below you'll find why it fits, plus links to the day's other clues if more than one square is giving you trouble.

“Viscounts’ superiors” answer

EARLS (5 letters)

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Why the answer is EARLS

Think of noble titles that outrank viscounts! 👑

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What is the answer to “Viscounts’ superiors”?

The answer is EARLS, a 5-letter word. It appeared in the Wall Street Journal crossword on July 21, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Viscounts’ superiors”?

5 letters: EARLS.

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In the Wall Street Journal crossword on July 21, 2026 (a Tuesday puzzle), at 5-Down.

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