Crossword clue
“Wooden rod”
This clue appeared as 34-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
DOWELLetters5
Starts withD
Ends withL
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Wooden rod” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 15, 2026 as 34-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with L.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Wooden rod” clue?+
The answer is DOWEL (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 15, 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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