Can't figure out Heavy-handed solution to a problem? The Wall Street Journal crossword from October 1, 2025 used this clue. Answer: 15 letters.
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Hints
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Heavy-handed solution to a problem Crossword Clue FAQ
What is the 15-letter answer to "Heavy-handed solution to a problem" crossword clue?
The answer to the "Heavy-handed solution to a problem" crossword clue is BLUNTINSTRUMENT. This answer contains 15 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.
Which crossword used "Heavy-handed solution to a problem" clue?
This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on October 1, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.