Closes with a bang crossword clue

Answer
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SLAMS

SLAMS — the 5-letter solution to “Closes with a bang”, entered at 6 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for April 18, 2022.

About this clue

“Closes with a bang” appeared as 6 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on April 18, 2022, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 3 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on July 28, 2025.

Letters
5
Position
6 Down
Times seen
3

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Closes with a bang”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Monday, April 18, 2022, the answer to “Closes with a bang” is SLAMS — 5 letters, entered at 6 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 “Closes with a bang” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been SLAMS, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with S.

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.