Con man’s trick crossword clue

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

HOAX

HOAX — the 4-letter solution to “Con man’s trick”, entered at 11 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for February 28, 2024.

About this clue

“Con man’s trick” appeared as 11 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on February 28, 2024, and the answer is 4 letters long. We have tracked this clue 3 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on April 25, 2025.

Letters
4
Position
11 Across
Times seen
3

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Con man’s trick”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, the answer to “Con man’s trick” is HOAX — 4 letters, entered at 11 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 “Con man’s trick” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been HOAX, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 4 letters and starts with H.

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.