“Creature not known for speed”

Here is the verified answer to the Wall Street Journal Crossword clue “Creature not known for speed”, last seen on August 6, 2026.

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S??G

A 4-letter across entry from the Thursday puzzle

The Answer

SLUG

The answer to “Creature not known for speed” is SLUG

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PublishedAug 6, 2026

Letter analysis

The clue “Creature not known for speed” appeared in the Wall Street Journal Crossword on Thursday, August 6, 2026 as a across entry. The verified answer is SLUG — a 4-letter word that begins with S and ends with G.

This answer contains 1 vowel and 3 consonants. Click through any related clue below to keep solving, or open the full answer key for the day from the link above.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the answer to “Creature not known for speed”?

The answer to the Wall Street Journal Crossword clue “Creature not known for speed” is SLUG — a 4-letter across entry from the August 6, 2026 puzzle.

How many letters is the answer?

SLUG has 4 letters — 1 vowel and 3 consonants.

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