Beat at chess crossword clue

Answer
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MATED

MATED — the 5-letter solution to “Beat at chess”, entered at 13 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for October 28, 2026.

About this clue

“Beat at chess” appeared as 13 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on October 28, 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
13 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Beat at chess”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the answer to “Beat at chess” is MATED — 5 letters, entered at 13 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 “Beat at chess” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been MATED, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with M.

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.