Running without moving WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? I
2 ? D
3 ? L
4 ? I
5 ? N
6 ? G
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a car at a stoplight, engine humming but wheels still.

      Hint 2

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      ?????? is the act of running an engine while the vehicle is stationary.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The word '??????' refers to a state where an engine is running but the vehicle is not moving, capturing the paradox of 'running without moving.' This clue plays on the dual meaning of 'running,' suggesting operation without action.

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      Wasting gas while parked, running but not moving, Running out of gear

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Running without moving” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated April 22 2026, the definitive 6-letter answer is: IDLING.

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