Swindle crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with C and has 3 letters.

CON

CON — the 3-letter solution to “Swindle”, entered at 29 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for July 22, 2026.

About this clue

“Swindle” appeared as 29 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on July 22, 2026, and the answer is 3 letters long. We have tracked this clue 19 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on July 22, 2026.

Letters
3
Position
29 Across
Times seen
19

Other possible answers

Seen for the same clue in other Thomas Joseph puzzles.

  • CHEAT5 letters
  • SCAM4 letters
  • BILK4 letters
  • TAKEIN6 letters

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Swindle”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the answer to “Swindle” is CON — 3 letters, entered at 29 Across.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

Yes. This clue has taken more than one answer in the Thomas Joseph crossword: CON, CHEAT, SCAM, BILK, TAKEIN. Match the letter count against the squares in your grid to pick the right one.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 3 letters and starts with C.

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.