Smallest mammal crossword clue

Answer
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SHREW

SHREW — the 5-letter solution to “Smallest mammal”, entered at 20 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for March 14, 2023.

About this clue

“Smallest mammal” appeared as 20 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on March 14, 2023, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 2 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on September 19, 2025.

Letters
5
Position
20 Across
Times seen
2

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Smallest mammal”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Tuesday, March 14, 2023, the answer to “Smallest mammal” is SHREW — 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 “Smallest mammal” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been SHREW, 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.