What is the answer to "Gladden, literally" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Gladden, literally" is ELEVATETHEM (11 letters).

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Gladden, literally WSJ Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the September 23, 2026 puzzle

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ELEVATETHEM

11 letters · Across · last seen September 23, 2026

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