Small brooks crossword clue

Answer
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RILLS

RILLS — the 5-letter solution to “Small brooks”, entered at 36 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for January 16, 2026.

About this clue

“Small brooks” appeared as 36 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on January 16, 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
36 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Small brooks”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, January 16, 2026, the answer to “Small brooks” is RILLS — 5 letters, entered at 36 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 “Small brooks” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been RILLS, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with R.

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.