Toward the wake crossword clue

Answer
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ASTERN

ASTERN — the 6-letter solution to “Toward the wake”, entered at 18 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for August 31, 2023.

About this clue

“Toward the wake” appeared as 18 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on August 31, 2023, and the answer is 6 letters long. We have tracked this clue 2 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on May 1, 2025.

Letters
6
Position
18 Across
Times seen
2

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Toward the wake”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Thursday, August 31, 2023, the answer to “Toward the wake” is ASTERN — 6 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 “Toward the wake” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been ASTERN, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 6 letters and starts with A.

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.