Crossword clue
“Stone used for the tip of some phonograph needles”
This clue appeared as 39-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The answer has 8 letters.
Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
SAPPHIRELetters8
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Stone used for the tip of some phonograph needles” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 18, 2026 as 39-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with S and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Stone used for the tip of some phonograph needles” clue?+
The answer is SAPPHIRE (8 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 18, 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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