Prepares for a fight crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with S and has 5 letters.

SPARS

SPARS — the 5-letter solution to “Prepares for a fight”, entered at 27 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for May 13, 2024.

About this clue

“Prepares for a fight” appeared as 27 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on May 13, 2024, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 4 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on November 3, 2025.

Letters
5
Position
27 Across
Times seen
4

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Prepares for a fight”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Monday, May 13, 2024, the answer to “Prepares for a fight” is SPARS — 5 letters, entered at 27 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 “Prepares for a fight” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been SPARS, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with S.

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.