Be a sponge crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with C and has 5 letters.

CADGE

CADGE — the 5-letter solution to “Be a sponge”, entered at 22 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for October 22, 2025.

About this clue

“Be a sponge” appeared as 22 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on October 22, 2025, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 2 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on January 19, 2026.

Letters
5
Position
22 Down
Times seen
2

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Be a sponge”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the answer to “Be a sponge” is CADGE — 5 letters, entered at 22 Down.

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 “Be a sponge” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been CADGE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with C.

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.