What is the answer to "Crack a book"?

The most common answer is READ. However, there is 1 possible answer to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025, and first appeared in 2023.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Easy difficulty.

Crack a book Crossword Clue Answer

Need help with Crack a book? This clue showed up in the November 22, 2025 Wall Street Journal puzzle. The answer has 4 letters.

Crack a book Crossword Answer

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Hint 1 meaning

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Crack a book Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "Crack a book" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Crack a book" crossword clue is READ. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.

Which crossword used "Crack a book" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on November 22, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What is the meaning of READ?

The word READ means: interpret something that is written or printed. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Crack a book".