What is the answer to "Take things the wrong way" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Take things the wrong way" is STEAL (5 letters).

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Take things the wrong way WSJ Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the July 3, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

STEAL

5 letters · Down · last seen July 3, 2026

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