Crossword clue
“Like the start of knighthood”
This clue appeared as 57-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, October 23, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
SILENTLetters6
Starts withS
Ends withT
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Like the start of knighthood” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 23, 2026 as 57-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with S and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Like the start of knighthood” clue?+
The answer is SILENT (6 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 23, 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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