Combat crossword clue

Answer
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WAR

WAR — the 3-letter solution to “Combat”, entered at 27 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for January 31, 2022.

About this clue

“Combat” appeared as 27 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on January 31, 2022, and the answer is 3 letters long. We have tracked this clue 5 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on May 27, 2025.

Letters
3
Position
27 Across
Times seen
5

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Combat”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Monday, January 31, 2022, the answer to “Combat” is WAR — 3 letters, entered at 27 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 “Combat” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been WAR, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 3 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.