Express despair crossword clue

Answer
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SOB

SOB — the 3-letter solution to “Express despair”, entered at 38 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for May 25, 2022.

About this clue

“Express despair” appeared as 38 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on May 25, 2022, and the answer is 3 letters long. We have tracked this clue 4 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on April 3, 2026.

Letters
3
Position
38 Down
Times seen
4

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Express despair”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, May 25, 2022, the answer to “Express despair” is SOB — 3 letters, entered at 38 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 “Express despair” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been SOB, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 3 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.