Painter Degas crossword clue

Answer
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EDGAR

EDGAR — the 5-letter solution to “Painter Degas”, entered at 39 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for February 12, 2022.

About this clue

“Painter Degas” appeared as 39 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on February 12, 2022, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 9 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on August 1, 2025.

Letters
5
Position
39 Across
Times seen
9

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Painter Degas”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Saturday, February 12, 2022, the answer to “Painter Degas” is EDGAR — 5 letters, entered at 39 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 “Painter Degas” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been EDGAR, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with E.

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No. This is an independent solver’s reference. The Thomas Joseph crossword is published by King Features Syndicate.