What is the answer to "Makes a major tear in" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Makes a major tear in" is RIPS (4 letters).

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Makes a major tear in WSJ Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the October 22, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

RIPS

4 letters · Across · last seen October 22, 2026

1DRode the rapids6 2DDreamy-eyed6 3DShorty6 4DSuitor5 5ACareless mistakes5 5DLab subj.3 6DAnecdotal knowledge4 7DPopular desktop4 8DSpikes on Pikes Peak, perhaps6 9DUnseemly outburst5 10AInterview goal3