Crossword clue
“Wood for archery bows”
This clue appeared as 27-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, July 9, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
YEWLetters3
Starts withY
Ends withW
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Wood for archery bows” ran in the WSJ Crossword on July 9, 2026 as 27-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with Y and ends with W.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Wood for archery bows” clue?+
The answer is YEW (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of July 9, 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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