Crossword clue
“Thin wooden strip”
This clue appeared as 50-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
BATTENLetters6
Starts withB
Ends withN
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Thin wooden strip” ran in the WSJ Crossword on November 5, 2026 as 50-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with B and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Thin wooden strip” clue?+
The answer is BATTEN (6 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of November 5, 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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