Crossword clue
“Siege site of 1836”
This clue appeared as 7-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, August 31, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ALAMOLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withO
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Siege site of 1836” ran in the WSJ Crossword on August 31, 2026 as 7-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with O, 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 “Siege site of 1836” clue?+
The answer is ALAMO (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of August 31, 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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