Futile crossword clue

Answer
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NOUSE

NOUSE — the 5-letter solution to “Futile”, entered at 31 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for August 12, 2024.

About this clue

“Futile” appeared as 31 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on August 12, 2024, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 2 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on April 26, 2025.

Letters
5
Position
31 Down
Times seen
2

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Futile”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Monday, August 12, 2024, the answer to “Futile” is NOUSE — 5 letters, entered at 31 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 “Futile” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been NOUSE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with N.

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.