Crossword clue
“Like dirt roads, often”
This clue appeared as 50-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
RUTTYLetters5
Starts withR
Ends withY
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Like dirt roads, often” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 20, 2026 as 50-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with R and ends with Y, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Like dirt roads, often” clue?+
The answer is RUTTY (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 20, 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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