California red crossword clue

Answer
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ZIN

ZIN — the 3-letter solution to “California red”, entered at 39 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for April 24, 2026.

About this clue

“California red” appeared as 39 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on April 24, 2026, and the answer is 3 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
3
Position
39 Down
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “California red”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, April 24, 2026, the answer to “California red” is ZIN — 3 letters, entered at 39 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 “California red” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been ZIN, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 3 letters and starts with Z.

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.