Crossword clue
“Female hog”
This clue appeared as 5-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Sunday, August 16, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
SOWLetters3
Starts withS
Ends withW
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Female hog” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 16, 2026 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with S and ends with W.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Female hog” clue?+
The answer is SOW (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 16, 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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