Small error crossword clue
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LAPSE — the 5-letter solution to “Small error”, entered at 20 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for December 22, 2021.
About this clue
“Small error” appeared as 20 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on December 22, 2021, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 5 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on August 14, 2025.
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What is the answer to “Small error”?
In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, December 22, 2021, the answer to “Small error” is LAPSE — 5 letters, entered at 20 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 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.