What is the answer to "Big brute" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Big brute" is APE (3 letters).

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Big brute WSJ Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the May 21, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

APE

3 letters · Across · last seen May 21, 2026

1ACol.’s subordinate3 1DStrong cotton fabric6 2DIndividually6 3DWithout a moment to spare10 4D“The Grapes of Wrath” figure4 4ADecide that you will5 5DPlace for a pawdicure6 6DUruguayan uncle3 7DBelieve without reservation15 8DThey may be minced5 9DBad trait for a poker player10 9A“Groovy!”5