What is the answer to "Junior’s junior" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Junior’s junior" is SOPHOMORE (9 letters).

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Junior’s junior WSJ Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the June 20, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

SOPHOMORE

9 letters · Down · last seen June 20, 2026

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