Crossword clue
“Virus named for a Congo tributary”
This clue appeared as 33-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
EBOLALetters5
Starts withE
Ends withA
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Virus named for a Congo tributary” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 22, 2026 as 33-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E and ends with A, 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 “Virus named for a Congo tributary” clue?+
The answer is EBOLA (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 22, 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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