WSJ Crossword Answers - Aug 3

Spreading a Whopper

By Alan Siegel · Edited by Mike Shenk

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Across

1. The Beehive State — Answer: UTAH. Hint: Think of the western U.S. state whose nickname honors industrious honey-makers 🐝
5. Derby and dash, e.g. — Answer: RACES. Hint: They’re both competitive events where speed can make all the difference 🏁
10. Travel guide feature — Answer: MAP. Hint: It helps you find your way around unfamiliar places 🧭
13. Crazy Taxi maker — Answer: SEGA. Hint: This gaming company also brought you Sonic the Hedgehog and many arcade classics 🎮
14. Put on a pedestal — Answer: EXALT. Hint: To praise someone with the highest admiration is to do this. 🏆
15. Fly without an instructor — Answer: SOLO. Hint: Take to the skies on your own, with no teacher aboard ✈️
16. Number between zwei and vier — Answer: DREI. Hint: In German, this is the counting number that comes right after two and before four. 🇩🇪
17. Reese in the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame — Answer: DELLA. Hint: Think of the celebrated gospel and jazz singer whose smooth voice made her a standout in rhythm and blues history 🎶
18. Start of “Jabberwocky” — Answer: TWAS. Hint: The poem opens with a contraction meaning “it was.” 📖
19. Where Hebrew is spoken in Ottawa or Washington — Answer: ISRAELIEMBASSY. Hint: Think of the diplomatic mission representing the Jewish state in each capital city. 🏛️
22. Aunt, in Aguadulce — Answer: TIA. Hint: In this Spanish-speaking setting, think of the familiar word for a parent’s sister. 👩‍👧
23. Luau staple — Answer: POI. Hint: Think of the traditional Hawaiian dish made from mashed taro root. 🌺
24. Peach Melba ingredient — Answer: VANILLAICECREAM. Hint: Think of the classic creamy, frozen accompaniment that turns this peach dessert into an à la mode treat 🍨
33. Prizes awarded by the American Theatre Wing — Answer: OBIES. Hint: Think of honors that spotlight outstanding Off-Broadway theater. 🎭
34. Milan-based fashion house — Answer: PRADA. Hint: Think of the Italian luxury label famous for sleek handbags and high-fashion designs. 👛
35. Copying — Answer: ALA. Hint: Think of the French-inspired phrase meaning “in the style of.” 🎨
36. Some ballpark souvenirs — Answer: CAPS. Hint: Fans might take these home from a game and wear them on sunny days. ⚾
37. Give form to — Answer: SHAPE. Hint: Mold something into a particular form or structure. 🧩
38. Ear-related — Answer: OTIC. Hint: A medical adjective for something connected to the organ used for hearing. 👂
39. Signature Obama healthcare law: Abbr. — Answer: ACA. Hint: This three-letter abbreviation names the landmark health-reform law associated with President Obama. 🏥
40. Flared skirt type — Answer: ALINE. Hint: This skirt has a silhouette that gently widens from the waist to the hem. 👗
41. “___ second!” — Answer: WAITA. Hint: This phrase asks someone to pause briefly 😊
42. Start of a shocking revelation — Answer: LITTLEDIDWEKNOW. Hint: This phrase introduces a surprising fact revealed only in hindsight. 😲
45. Gator follower? — Answer: ADE. Hint: Think of the refreshing sports drink linked to the University of Florida’s mascot. 🥤
46. Playboy founder, familiarly — Answer: HEF. Hint: This famous magazine mogul was often known by a famously short nickname. 🐰
47. Coin featuring a portrait of national hero José Rizal — Answer: PHILIPPINEPESO. Hint: Look for the currency of the Southeast Asian nation where José Rizal is a national hero. 🇵🇭
55. Cruise ship deck — Answer: LIDO. Hint: Think of the sunny poolside deck where cruise passengers relax. 🛳️
56. Jouster’s weapon — Answer: LANCE. Hint: A mounted knight might lower this before charging an opponent. 🏇
57. Box score column — Answer: RUNS. Hint: Check the baseball scoreboard for the column counting trips around the bases. ⚾
59. Decrease? — Answer: IRON. Hint: Think of a household tool that presses wrinkles down. 👔
60. Microsoft font based on Helvetica — Answer: ARIAL. Hint: Think of the familiar sans-serif typeface bundled with many Microsoft products and modeled after Helvetica 🖋️
61. Egypt divider — Answer: NILE. Hint: This famous river runs through Egypt and helps separate the land on either side. 🌊
62. Sushi bar selection — Answer: EEL. Hint: Look for the slippery fish commonly served over rice at a sushi counter. 🐟
63. Releases that often have bugs — Answer: BETAS. Hint: These are early software versions released for testing, so a few glitches are expected 🐛
64. River of myth — Answer: STYX. Hint: In Greek mythology, this river marked the boundary of the underworld. 🌊

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1. Official currency of the Brit. Virgin Islands — Answer: USD. Hint: Think of the currency used across the United States, also official on these Caribbean islands. 💵
2. Garr of “Young Frankenstein” — Answer: TERI. Hint: Think of the actress’s short, familiar first name. 🎬
3. A really long time — Answer: AGES. Hint: Think of a stretch of time that feels almost endless. ⏳
4. Scrunchies, e.g. — Answer: HAIRTIES. Hint: They’re stretchy accessories that keep locks neatly gathered. 💇
5. Result of an overturned card — Answer: REDEAL. Hint: If a card is revealed incorrectly, the game may need another round of dealing 🃏
6. Skater’s leap — Answer: AXEL. Hint: This figure-skating jump takes off from a forward-facing edge and includes an extra half rotation. ⛸️
7. The Golden State, familiarly — Answer: CALI. Hint: A breezy nickname for California, often heard in casual conversation 🌞
8. French fashion magazine — Answer: ELLE. Hint: This stylish publication shares its name with the French word for 'she'! 👗
9. Stock panic? — Answer: STAMPEDE. Hint: Picture a herd of frightened cattle suddenly rushing together in a chaotic frenzy 🐄
10. Does a lawn chore — Answer: MOWS. Hint: Tends the grass with a wheeled machine on sunny weekends 🌱
11. “Sadly...” — Answer: ALAS. Hint: A brief expression of sorrow or regret fits this mournful pause. 😔
12. Small bouquet — Answer: POSY. Hint: A petite bunch of flowers makes a charming gift. 💐
15. Flight segment — Answer: STAIR. Hint: Think of one step within a staircase’s upward run. 🪜
20. Isn’t well — Answer: AILS. Hint: Describes someone who is feeling under the weather. 🤒
21. Posh Florida city, casually — Answer: BOCA. Hint: Think of an upscale South Florida city famous for beaches, golf, and a casual nickname. 🌴
24. Not taciturn — Answer: VOCAL. Hint: Someone who readily speaks up is the opposite of this quiet personality trait. 🗣️
25. Classical calculators — Answer: ABACI. Hint: Think of the ancient counting tools used long before electronic devices. 🧮
26. Playfully attack, puppy-style — Answer: NIPAT. Hint: Think of a puppy’s gentle, teasing bites rather than a serious assault. 🐶
27. Rose garden pest — Answer: APHID. Hint: This tiny sap-sucker can turn prized blooms into a buffet. 🐞
28. Tehran native — Answer: IRANI. Hint: This person hails from Iran’s capital city 🏙️
29. Like Batman or Darth Vader — Answer: CAPED. Hint: Think of the dramatic outerwear that gives a hero or villain an instantly recognizable silhouette. 🦸
30. Type of kitchen — Answer: EATIN. Hint: It’s the kind of kitchen that includes space for enjoying meals. 🍽️
31. Justice since 2006 — Answer: ALITO. Hint: This Supreme Court justice joined the bench during George W. Bush’s presidency. ⚖️
32. Colorful parrot — Answer: MACAW. Hint: This tropical bird is famous for its bright plumage and chatty personality. 🦜
37. Place to diagnose apnea — Answer: SLEEPLAB. Hint: It’s a specialized clinic where doctors monitor your breathing while you sleep. 😴
38. Some fronded forest plants — Answer: OAKFERNS. Hint: Look for woodland greenery with leafy, featherlike fronds rather than trunks or needles. 🌿
40. Grocery chain begun in Germany — Answer: ALDI. Hint: Think of the no-frills discount grocer with European roots and famously low prices 🛒
41. Turn on the faucets — Answer: WEEP. Hint: Picture tears flowing from the eyes rather than water from a sink. 😢
43. Raptor’s gripper — Answer: TALON. Hint: A bird of prey uses this sharp claw to seize its meal 🦅
44. Rotelle pasta, essentially — Answer: WHEELS. Hint: Think about the playful shape these pasta pieces resemble 🚲
47. Ballet bend — Answer: PLIE. Hint: Think of a graceful movement often seen in dance! 💃
48. Bring on board — Answer: HIRE. Hint: Add someone to your team or payroll. 👥
49. Fanzine focus — Answer: IDOL. Hint: A devoted fan magazine might center its pages on this beloved star or hero. 🌟
50. Trim — Answer: PARE. Hint: Neaten up the edges a bit, as you might do to a hedge or fingernails ✂️
51. Still competitive — Answer: INIT. Hint: Think of a short phrase meaning you’re still participating in the competition. 🏁
52. Nittany Lions’ org. — Answer: NCAA. Hint: This is the collegiate sports organization that governs Penn State’s athletic competition. 🏟️
53. Diamonds, e.g. — Answer: SUIT. Hint: In a deck, this is the category shared by hearts, clubs, and spades. 🃏
54. Just — Answer: ONLY. Hint: Think of a word meaning “merely,” as in nothing more than that. 🙂
58. Kama Sutra subject — Answer: SEX. Hint: It’s the intimate topic explored in this ancient guide to romance. 💕

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WSJ Crossword answers for August 3, 2026

The full solution for the August 3 WSJ Crossword is shown above, laid out clue by clue — every Across answer followed by every Down answer, exactly as that day's grid read. Each answer is listed separately, so you can check just the clue you were stuck on and leave the rest. This is the confirmed grid as published on Monday, August 3.

Full WSJ Crossword answer list for August 3, 2026

Every clue from the August 3 grid next to its solution — the same answers as the board above, in one plain list you can scan without tapping.

Across

#	Clue	Answer
1	The Beehive State	UTAH
5	Derby and dash, e.g.	RACES
10	Travel guide feature	MAP
13	Crazy Taxi maker	SEGA
14	Put on a pedestal	EXALT
15	Fly without an instructor	SOLO
16	Number between zwei and vier	DREI
17	Reese in the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame	DELLA
18	Start of “Jabberwocky”	TWAS
19	Where Hebrew is spoken in Ottawa or Washington	ISRAELIEMBASSY
22	Aunt, in Aguadulce	TIA
23	Luau staple	POI
24	Peach Melba ingredient	VANILLAICECREAM
33	Prizes awarded by the American Theatre Wing	OBIES
34	Milan-based fashion house	PRADA
35	Copying	ALA
36	Some ballpark souvenirs	CAPS
37	Give form to	SHAPE
38	Ear-related	OTIC
39	Signature Obama healthcare law: Abbr.	ACA
40	Flared skirt type	ALINE
41	“___ second!”	WAITA
42	Start of a shocking revelation	LITTLEDIDWEKNOW
45	Gator follower?	ADE
46	Playboy founder, familiarly	HEF
47	Coin featuring a portrait of national hero José Rizal	PHILIPPINEPESO
55	Cruise ship deck	LIDO
56	Jouster’s weapon	LANCE
57	Box score column	RUNS
59	Decrease?	IRON
60	Microsoft font based on Helvetica	ARIAL
61	Egypt divider	NILE
62	Sushi bar selection	EEL
63	Releases that often have bugs	BETAS
64	River of myth	STYX

Down

#	Clue	Answer
1	Official currency of the Brit. Virgin Islands	USD
2	Garr of “Young Frankenstein”	TERI
3	A really long time	AGES
4	Scrunchies, e.g.	HAIRTIES
5	Result of an overturned card	REDEAL
6	Skater’s leap	AXEL
7	The Golden State, familiarly	CALI
8	French fashion magazine	ELLE
9	Stock panic?	STAMPEDE
10	Does a lawn chore	MOWS
11	“Sadly...”	ALAS
12	Small bouquet	POSY
15	Flight segment	STAIR
20	Isn’t well	AILS
21	Posh Florida city, casually	BOCA
24	Not taciturn	VOCAL
25	Classical calculators	ABACI
26	Playfully attack, puppy-style	NIPAT
27	Rose garden pest	APHID
28	Tehran native	IRANI
29	Like Batman or Darth Vader	CAPED
30	Type of kitchen	EATIN
31	Justice since 2006	ALITO
32	Colorful parrot	MACAW
37	Place to diagnose apnea	SLEEPLAB
38	Some fronded forest plants	OAKFERNS
40	Grocery chain begun in Germany	ALDI
41	Turn on the faucets	WEEP
43	Raptor’s gripper	TALON
44	Rotelle pasta, essentially	WHEELS
47	Ballet bend	PLIE
48	Bring on board	HIRE
49	Fanzine focus	IDOL
50	Trim	PARE
51	Still competitive	INIT
52	Nittany Lions’ org.	NCAA
53	Diamonds, e.g.	SUIT
54	Just	ONLY
58	Kama Sutra subject	SEX

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