Lynx or lion WSJ Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Lynx or lion" is CAT.
The clue 'Lynx or lion' refers to two different types of animals that both belong to the family Felidae, commonly known as cats. This category includes all species of large and small cats, from domestic cats to wild ones like lynxes and lions.
This clue was last seen in the WSJ Crossword on July 06, 2026.
A small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur, a short snout, and retractile claws.
Small domesticated animal, Pet with claws and paws, Animal associated with witchcraft in the Middle Ages, "Sleep is like a ___: It only comes to you if you ignore it": Gillian Flynn, "Falling star" of this puzzle
The clue “Lynx or lion” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated July 6 2026, the definitive 3-letter answer is: CAT.
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