Crossword clue
“Freshly painted”
This clue appeared as 63-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
WETLetters3
Starts withW
Ends withT
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Freshly painted” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 7, 2026 as 63-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with W and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Freshly painted” clue?+
The answer is WET (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 7, 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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