“Shipyard doings, and a hint to this puzzle’s theme”

Here is the verified answer to the Wall Street Journal Crossword clue “Shipyard doings, and a hint to this puzzle’s theme”, last seen on May 18, 2026.

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B??????????G

A 12-letter across entry from the Monday puzzle

The Answer

BOATBUILDING

The answer to “Shipyard doings, and a hint to this puzzle’s theme” is BOATBUILDING

Letters12

DirectionAcross

PublishedMay 18, 2026

Letter analysis

The clue “Shipyard doings, and a hint to this puzzle’s theme” appeared in the Wall Street Journal Crossword on Monday, May 18, 2026 as a across entry. The verified answer is BOATBUILDING — a 12-letter word that begins with B and ends with G.

This answer contains 5 vowels and 7 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 “Shipyard doings, and a hint to this puzzle’s theme”?

The answer to the Wall Street Journal Crossword clue “Shipyard doings, and a hint to this puzzle’s theme” is BOATBUILDING — a 12-letter across entry from the May 18, 2026 puzzle.

How many letters is the answer?

BOATBUILDING has 12 letters — 5 vowels and 7 consonants.

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