Galoot WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? B
2 ? I
3 ? G
4 ? A
5 ? P
6 ? E
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L
2
U
3
G
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A
2
P
3
E
(3 letters)

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      Hint 1

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      Think of a large, awkward creature swinging through the jungle.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      A large and awkward person, often clumsy and ungainly.

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      explanation
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      The word 'galoot' is a slang term for a clumsy or awkward person, often large and ungainly. '??????' plays on this imagery, suggesting a large, lumbering creature like an ape, which fits the colloquial use of 'galoot.'

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Galoot” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated June 27 2026, the definitive 6-letter answer is: BIGAPE.

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