What is the answer to "Starts the bidding" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Starts the bidding" is OPENS (5 letters).

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Starts the bidding WSJ Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the August 2, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

OPENS

5 letters · Across · last seen August 2, 2026

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