Wall Street Journal answers for October 12, 2026
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Worn-down pencil Crossword Clue Answer
This is the latest matching occurrence of the 3-letter Across clue in Wall Street Journal Crossword, from October 12, 2026. Reveal the answer one letter at a time, then check its crossing entries in the full grid. Earlier appearances are listed below when available.
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What is the answer to the crossword clue "Worn-down pencil"?
The answer to "Worn-down pencil" is NUB (3 letters).
Where did the crossword clue "Worn-down pencil" appear?
This clue appeared in Wall Street Journal Crossword on October 12, 2026. Use the full puzzle page to review every Across and Down clue.