Snares crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with E and has 7 letters.

ENTRAPS

ENTRAPS — the 7-letter solution to “Snares”, entered at 8 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for December 23, 2021.

About this clue

“Snares” appeared as 8 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on December 23, 2021, and the answer is 7 letters long. We have tracked this clue 4 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on November 24, 2025.

Letters
7
Position
8 Down
Times seen
4

Other possible answers

Seen for the same clue in other Thomas Joseph puzzles.

  • TRAPS5 letters

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Snares”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Thursday, December 23, 2021, the answer to “Snares” is ENTRAPS — 7 letters, entered at 8 Down.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

Yes. This clue has taken more than one answer in the Thomas Joseph crossword: TRAPS, ENTRAPS. Match the letter count against the squares in your grid to pick the right one.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 7 letters and starts with E.

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.