Second-largest country crossword clue

Answer
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CANADA

CANADA — the 6-letter solution to “Second-largest country”, entered at 38 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for December 31, 2025.

About this clue

“Second-largest country” appeared as 38 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on December 31, 2025, and the answer is 6 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
6
Position
38 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Second-largest country”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, December 31, 2025, the answer to “Second-largest country” is CANADA — 6 letters, entered at 38 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 “Second-largest country” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been CANADA, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 6 letters and starts with C.

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.