Slight error crossword clue

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

LAPSE

LAPSE — the 5-letter solution to “Slight error”, entered at 23 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for December 30, 2025.

About this clue

“Slight error” appeared as 23 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on December 30, 2025, and the answer is 5 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
5
Position
23 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Slight error”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Tuesday, December 30, 2025, the answer to “Slight error” is LAPSE — 5 letters, entered at 23 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 “Slight error” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been LAPSE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with L.

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.