Crossword clue
“Mystery author Stout”
This clue appeared as 59-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
REXLetters3
Starts withR
Ends withX
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Mystery author Stout” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 6, 2026 as 59-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with R and ends with X.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Mystery author Stout” clue?+
The answer is REX (3 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 6, 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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