Crossword clue
“Aspen or cottonwood, e.g.”
This clue appeared as 39-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Sunday, October 4, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
POPLARLetters6
Starts withP
Ends withR
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Aspen or cottonwood, e.g.” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 4, 2026 as 39-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with P and ends with R.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Aspen or cottonwood, e.g.” clue?+
The answer is POPLAR (6 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 4, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.
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