Mystery writer Stout 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 3 letters.

REX

REX — the 3-letter solution to “Mystery writer Stout”, entered at 3 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for September 27, 2023.

About this clue

“Mystery writer Stout” appeared as 3 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on September 27, 2023, and the answer is 3 letters long. We have tracked this clue 3 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on August 12, 2025.

Letters
3
Position
3 Down
Times seen
3

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Mystery writer Stout”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, September 27, 2023, the answer to “Mystery writer Stout” is REX — 3 letters, entered at 3 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 “Mystery writer Stout” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been REX, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 3 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.