Base WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? A
2 ? L
3 ? K
4 ? A
5 ? L
6 ? I
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a substance that turns litmus paper blue and can be found in soaps.

      Hint 2

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      An ?????? is a type of chemical base that dissolves in water to form hydroxide ions.

      Hint 3

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      In chemistry, a 'base' is a substance that can accept hydrogen ions, and '??????' is a specific type of base that dissolves in water to form hydroxide ions. The clue uses 'base' to refer to this chemical property.

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      Not an acid, LAKIAL, Base that dissolves in water

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Base” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated May 1 2026, the definitive 6-letter answer is: ALKALI.

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