They hold power crossword clue

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

INS

INS — the 3-letter solution to “They hold power”, entered at 17 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for July 28, 2026.

About this clue

“They hold power” appeared as 17 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on July 28, 2026, and the answer is 3 letters long. We have tracked this clue 2 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on August 24, 2026.

Letters
3
Position
17 Across
Times seen
2

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “They hold power”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Tuesday, July 28, 2026, the answer to “They hold power” is INS — 3 letters, entered at 17 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 “They hold power” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been INS, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 3 letters and starts with I.

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.