What is the answer to "Refiner's need"?

The most common answer is ORE. However, there is 1 possible answer to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Easy difficulty.

Refiner’s need Crossword Clue Answer

Stuck on Refiner's need? The answer is 3 letters and was featured in the July 23, 2025 Wall Street Journal crossword. Get the solution here.

Refiner's need Crossword Answer

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Refiner's need Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 3-letter answer to "Refiner's need" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Refiner's need" crossword clue is ORE. This answer contains 3 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.

Which crossword used "Refiner's need" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on July 23, 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 ORE?

The word ORE means: a mineral that contains metal that is valuable enough to be mined. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Refiner's need".