Take by surprise crossword clue

Answer
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STARTLE

STARTLE — the 7-letter solution to “Take by surprise”, entered at 18 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for July 17, 2023.

About this clue

“Take by surprise” appeared as 18 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on July 17, 2023, and the answer is 7 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
7
Position
18 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Take by surprise”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Monday, July 17, 2023, the answer to “Take by surprise” is STARTLE — 7 letters, entered at 18 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 “Take by surprise” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been STARTLE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 7 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.