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Head (off) Crossword Clue Answer

Stuck on Head (off)? The answer is 5 letters and was featured in the November 12, 2025 Wall Street Journal crossword. Get the solution here.

Head (off) Crossword Answer

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Hint 1 meaning
Hint 2 clue words
Hint 3 anagram
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Head (off) Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 5-letter answer to "Head (off)" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Head (off)" crossword clue is AVERT. This answer contains 5 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.

Which crossword used "Head (off)" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on November 12, 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 AVERT?

The word AVERT means: turn away or aside. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Head (off)".