Crossword clue
“Basil-based sauce”
This clue appeared as 17-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Sunday, October 18, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 3 times
PESTOLetters5
Starts withP
Ends withO
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Basil-based sauce” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 18, 2026 as 17-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with O.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Basil-based sauce” clue?+
The answer is PESTO (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 18, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 3 times in the WSJ Crossword, most recently on October 18, 2026.
How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+
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