Crossword clue
“Name bestowed by Darth Sidious”
This clue appeared as 52-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
VADERLetters5
Starts withV
Ends withR
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Name bestowed by Darth Sidious” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 13, 2026 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with V and ends with R.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Name bestowed by Darth Sidious” clue?+
The answer is VADER (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 13, 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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