Drop the ball crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with E and has 3 letters.

ERR

ERR — the 3-letter solution to “Drop the ball”, entered at 25 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for May 21, 2026.

About this clue

“Drop the ball” appeared as 25 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on May 21, 2026, and the answer is 3 letters long. We have tracked this clue 3 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on August 6, 2026.

Letters
3
Position
25 Across
Times seen
3

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Drop the ball”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Thursday, May 21, 2026, the answer to “Drop the ball” is ERR — 3 letters, entered at 25 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 “Drop the ball” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been ERR, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 3 letters and starts with E.

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.