Lessens 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 7 letters.

REDUCES

REDUCES — the 7-letter solution to “Lessens”, entered at 5 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for May 16, 2025.

About this clue

“Lessens” appeared as 5 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on May 16, 2025, and the answer is 7 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
7
Position
5 Down
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Lessens”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, May 16, 2025, the answer to “Lessens” is REDUCES — 7 letters, entered at 5 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 “Lessens” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been REDUCES, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 7 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.