Did in WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? O
2 ? F
3 ? F
4 ? E
5 ? D
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      Hint 1

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      Think of what might happen to someone who 'disappears' suddenly in a crime drama.

      Hint 2

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      ????? means to have killed or murdered someone, often used informally.

      Hint 3

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      The clue 'Did in' is a colloquial way of saying 'killed' or 'murdered.' '?????' is a slang term that means to kill someone, often used in crime or mafia contexts.

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      Did in, mob-style, Killed, mob-style

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Did in” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated November 22 2025, the definitive 5-letter answer is: OFFED.

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