What is the answer to "Drops the ball"?

The most common answer is ERRS. However, there are 2 possible answers to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025, and first appeared in 2024.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Medium difficulty.

Drops the ball Crossword Clue Answer

Need help with Drops the ball? This clue showed up in the September 16, 2025 Wall Street Journal puzzle. The answer has 4 letters.

Drops the ball Crossword Answer

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Hint 1 clue words

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Drops the ball Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "Drops the ball" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Drops the ball" crossword clue is ERRS. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.

Which crossword used "Drops the ball" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on September 16, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What are other answers for "Drops the ball" crossword?

While ERRS is the answer for this specific puzzle, historical data shows this clue has been used with other answers in different puzzles: GOOFSUP. The answer can vary depending on the puzzle constructor and publication.