Lose hope crossword clue

Answer
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DESPAIR

DESPAIR — the 7-letter solution to “Lose hope”, entered at 16 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for October 29, 2026.

About this clue

“Lose hope” appeared as 16 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on October 29, 2026, and the answer is 7 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
7
Position
16 Down
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Lose hope”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Thursday, October 29, 2026, the answer to “Lose hope” is DESPAIR — 7 letters, entered at 16 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 “Lose hope” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been DESPAIR, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 7 letters and starts with D.

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.