Crossword clue
“Underworld flunky”
This clue appeared as 3-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
BUTTONMANLetters9
Starts withB
Ends withN
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Underworld flunky” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 14, 2026 as 3-Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with B and ends with N, 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 “Underworld flunky” clue?+
The answer is BUTTONMAN (9 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 14, 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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