Smell awful crossword clue

Answer
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REEK

REEK — the 4-letter solution to “Smell awful”, entered at 40 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for June 24, 2026.

About this clue

“Smell awful” appeared as 40 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on June 24, 2026, and the answer is 4 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
4
Position
40 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Smell awful”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, June 24, 2026, the answer to “Smell awful” is REEK — 4 letters, entered at 40 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 “Smell awful” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been REEK, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 4 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.