Crossword clue

“Boat backbone”

This clue appeared as 91-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Friday, July 17, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
KEEL
Letters4
Starts withK
Ends withL
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Boat backbone” ran in the WSJ Crossword on July 17, 2026 as 91-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with K and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Boat backbone” clue?+

The answer is KEEL (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of July 17, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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