What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Crux of the matter" from July 20, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Crux of the matter”

This clue appeared as 57-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Monday, July 20, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

NUB

Letters3

Starts withN

Ends withB

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jul 20, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Crux of the matter” ran in the WSJ Crossword on July 20, 2026 as 57-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with N and ends with B.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Crux of the matter” clue?+

The answer is NUB (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of July 20, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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