Exploding star crossword clue

Answer
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SUPERNOVA

SUPERNOVA — the 9-letter solution to “Exploding star”, entered at 19 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for October 21, 2026.

About this clue

“Exploding star” appeared as 19 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on October 21, 2026, and the answer is 9 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
9
Position
19 Down
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Exploding star”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the answer to “Exploding star” is SUPERNOVA — 9 letters, entered at 19 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 “Exploding star” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been SUPERNOVA, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 9 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.