Itches Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Itches" from Wall Street Journal crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The answer to the clue "Itches" for today's crossword puzzle is "YEARN". This answer may seem initially unrelated to the clue, but upon closer examination, it becomes clear why "YEARN" fits perfectly.

• Desire: When something itches, it often creates a sensation that prompts one to take action to relieve it. Similarly, when we yearn for something, there is a strong desire or longing that drives us to seek fulfillment.
• Urge: Itching can be compared to an urge or impulse to scratch, a physical need to address discomfort. Likewise, yearning implies a strong urge or longing for something specific.
• Intensity: Itchiness can vary in intensity, from a mild irritation to a strong, persistent itch. Similarly, yearning can range from a fleeting wish to a deeply felt, intense longing for a particular outcome or object.

Therefore, the answer "YEARN" aligns with the clue "Itches" by conveying the sense of strong desire, urge, and intensity akin to the feeling of itchiness, making it a fitting solution for today's crossword puzzle.

More Answers:

• YENS
• TICKLES
• LONGS
• YEARNS

 The Crossword clue "Itches" published 43 time/s & has 5 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Wall Street Journal	29 March 2024
L.A. Times Daily	21 July 2023	YENS
Lovatts Enigma	27 April 2023	TICKLES
New York Times	12 June 2022	YENS
Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate	8 March 2018	YENS
The Chronicle of Higher Education	1 September 2017	YENS
The Washington Post	11 June 2017	YENS
Premier Sunday – King Feature Syndicate	18 December 2011	YENS
The A.V Club	24 November 2010	YENS
USA Today	12 November 2010	YENS
Newsday.com	26 September 2010	YENS