What is the answer to "Area to defend" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Area to defend" is TURF (4 letters).

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Area to defend WSJ Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the August 6, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

TURF

4 letters · Down · last seen August 6, 2026

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