Lode material crossword clue

Answer
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ORE

ORE — the 3-letter solution to “Lode material”, entered at 20 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for October 22, 2021.

About this clue

“Lode material” appeared as 20 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on October 22, 2021, and the answer is 3 letters long. We have tracked this clue 8 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on June 7, 2025.

Letters
3
Position
20 Across
Times seen
8

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Lode material”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, October 22, 2021, the answer to “Lode material” is ORE — 3 letters, entered at 20 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 “Lode material” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been ORE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 3 letters and starts with O.

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.