What is the answer to "Prepare for a touchdown" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Prepare for a touchdown" is DESCEND (7 letters).

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Prepare for a touchdown WSJ Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the May 16, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

DESCEND

7 letters · Across · last seen May 16, 2026

WSJ May 16 2026DESCEND WSJ May 16 2026DESCEND

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