What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Old bowed instrument" from June 6, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Old bowed instrument”

This clue appeared as 20-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

VIOL

Letters4

Starts withV

Ends withL

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Jun 6, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Old bowed instrument” ran in the WSJ Crossword on June 6, 2026 as 20-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with V and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Old bowed instrument” clue?+

The answer is VIOL (4 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of June 6, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.

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