Split apart WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? C
2 ? L
3 ? E
4 ? A
5 ? V
6 ? E
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a word that can both separate and unite.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      To split or sever something, especially along a natural line or grain.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The word '??????' is a contronym, meaning it can have two opposite meanings: to split apart or to cling together. In this context, 'split apart' refers to its meaning of separating or dividing something.

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      sunder, Cut through, Stick fast to, Use an ax on, perhaps, Rend

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Split apart” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated January 8 2026, the definitive 6-letter answer is: CLEAVE.

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