Explain away crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with R and has 5 letters.

REBUT

REBUT — the 5-letter solution to “Explain away”, entered at 1 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for November 12, 2022.

About this clue

“Explain away” appeared as 1 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on November 12, 2022, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 2 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on July 12, 2024.

Letters
5
Position
1 Across
Times seen
2

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Explain away”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Saturday, November 12, 2022, the answer to “Explain away” is REBUT — 5 letters, entered at 1 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 “Explain away” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been REBUT, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with R.

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.