Crossword clue

“Approving”

This clue appeared as 38-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
OKING
Letters5
Starts withO
Ends withG
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Oct 27, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Approving” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 27, 2026 as 38-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with G.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Approving” clue?+

The answer is OKING (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 27, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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