Avant -- crossword clue

Answer
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GARDE

GARDE — the 5-letter solution to “Avant --”, entered at 41 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for May 12, 2026.

About this clue

“Avant --” appeared as 41 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on May 12, 2026, and the answer is 5 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
5
Position
41 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Avant --”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the answer to “Avant --” is GARDE — 5 letters, entered at 41 Across.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

The same clue text can take different answers depending on the grid. Every time we have seen “Avant --” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been GARDE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with G.

Is this the official Thomas Joseph site?

No. This is an independent solver’s reference. The Thomas Joseph crossword is published by King Features Syndicate.