Splinter group crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with S and has 4 letters.

SECT

SECT — the 4-letter solution to “Splinter group”, entered at 5 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for September 30, 2022.

About this clue

“Splinter group” appeared as 5 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on September 30, 2022, and the answer is 4 letters long. We have tracked this clue 7 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on September 27, 2025.

Letters
4
Position
5 Across
Times seen
7

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Splinter group”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, September 30, 2022, the answer to “Splinter group” is SECT — 4 letters, entered at 5 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 “Splinter group” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been SECT, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 4 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.