Bit of smoke crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with W and has 4 letters.

WISP

WISP — the 4-letter solution to “Bit of smoke”, entered at 18 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for May 22, 2026.

About this clue

“Bit of smoke” appeared as 18 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on May 22, 2026, and the answer is 4 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
4
Position
18 Down
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Bit of smoke”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, May 22, 2026, the answer to “Bit of smoke” is WISP — 4 letters, entered at 18 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 “Bit of smoke” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been WISP, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 4 letters and starts with W.

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.