Crossword clue
“Gets trounced”
This clue appeared as 54-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
LOSESLetters5
Starts withL
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Gets trounced” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 13, 2026 as 54-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with L and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Gets trounced” clue?+
The answer is LOSES (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 13, 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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