Crossword clue
“Some salamanders”
This clue appeared as 53-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, June 8, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
NEWTSLetters5
Starts withN
Ends withS
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Some salamanders” ran in the WSJ Crossword on June 8, 2026 as 53-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with N and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Some salamanders” clue?+
The answer is NEWTS (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of June 8, 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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