Can't figure out Barred or bolted, say? The Wall Street Journal crossword from November 19, 2025 used this clue. Answer: 4 letters.
Barred or bolted, say Crossword Answer
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Barred or bolted, say Crossword Clue FAQ
What is the 4-letter answer to "Barred or bolted, say" crossword clue?
The answer to the "Barred or bolted, say" crossword clue is SHUT. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.
Which crossword used "Barred or bolted, say" clue?
This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on November 19, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.
What is the meaning of SHUT?
The word SHUT means: not open. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Barred or bolted, say".