What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Makeup for a bowler" from August 11, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Makeup for a bowler”

This clue appeared as 42-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

FELT

Letters4

Starts withF

Ends withT

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Aug 11, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Makeup for a bowler” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 11, 2026 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with F and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Makeup for a bowler” clue?+

The answer is FELT (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 11, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+

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