Pretending to be dead crossword clue

Answer
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PLAYINGPOSSUM

PLAYINGPOSSUM — the 13-letter solution to “Pretending to be dead”, entered at 3 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for May 23, 2025.

About this clue

“Pretending to be dead” appeared as 3 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on May 23, 2025, and the answer is 13 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
13
Position
3 Down
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Pretending to be dead”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, May 23, 2025, the answer to “Pretending to be dead” is PLAYINGPOSSUM — 13 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 “Pretending to be dead” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been PLAYINGPOSSUM, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 13 letters and starts with P.

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.