Pert talk crossword clue

Answer
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SASS

SASS — the 4-letter solution to “Pert talk”, entered at 17 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for December 22, 2021.

About this clue

“Pert talk” appeared as 17 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on December 22, 2021, and the answer is 4 letters long. We have tracked this clue 14 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on May 27, 2025.

Letters
4
Position
17 Across
Times seen
14

Other possible answers

Seen for the same clue in other Thomas Joseph puzzles.

  • LIP3 letters

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Pert talk”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, December 22, 2021, the answer to “Pert talk” is SASS — 4 letters, entered at 17 Across.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

Yes. This clue has taken more than one answer in the Thomas Joseph crossword: SASS, LIP. Match the letter count against the squares in your grid to pick the right one.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 4 letters and starts with S.

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