Prospector’s score WSJ Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Prospector’s score" is LODE.
A 'prospector' is someone who searches for mineral deposits, especially gold or silver. A 'score' here refers to a significant find or discovery. A 'lode' is a rich vein of ore, which is exactly what a prospector hopes to find.
This clue was last seen in the WSJ Crossword on December 05, 2025.
Lode is a rich source or supply, especially a vein of metal ore in the earth.
Major vein, 49er's score, Valuable vein, Cause for a miner celebration?, Ore deposit
The clue “Prospector’s score” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated December 5 2025, the definitive 4-letter answer is: LODE.
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