What is the answer to "Gently wash against" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Gently wash against" is LAPAT (5 letters).

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Gently wash against WSJ Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the September 3, 2026 puzzle

Stuck on “Gently wash against” from the Wall Street Journal Crossword? Here is the verified answer:

Answer

LAPAT

5 letters · Down · last seen September 3, 2026

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