Ship poles crossword clue

Answer
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SPARS

SPARS — the 5-letter solution to “Ship poles”, entered at 42 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for August 15, 2026.

About this clue

“Ship poles” appeared as 42 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on August 15, 2026, and the answer is 5 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
5
Position
42 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Ship poles”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Saturday, August 15, 2026, the answer to “Ship poles” is SPARS — 5 letters, entered at 42 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 “Ship poles” 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.