Ocean trenches crossword clue

Answer
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DEEPS

DEEPS — the 5-letter solution to “Ocean trenches”, entered at 43 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for December 29, 2022.

About this clue

“Ocean trenches” appeared as 43 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on December 29, 2022, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 3 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on April 5, 2025.

Letters
5
Position
43 Across
Times seen
3

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Ocean trenches”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Thursday, December 29, 2022, the answer to “Ocean trenches” is DEEPS — 5 letters, entered at 43 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 “Ocean trenches” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been DEEPS, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 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.