What is the answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Chapel topper" from October 8, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Chapel topper”

This clue appeared as 36-Across in the WSJ Crossword on Thursday, October 8, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

SPIRE

Letters5

Starts withS

Ends withE

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

WSJ Crossword
Oct 8, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Chapel topper” ran in the WSJ Crossword on October 8, 2026 as 36-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Chapel topper” clue?+

The answer is SPIRE (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of October 8, 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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