Try crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with A and has 7 letters.

ATTEMPT

ATTEMPT — the 7-letter solution to “Try”, entered at 16 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for February 10, 2023.

About this clue

“Try” appeared as 16 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on February 10, 2023, and the answer is 7 letters long. We have tracked this clue 3 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on August 14, 2025.

Letters
7
Position
16 Across
Times seen
3

Other possible answers

Seen for the same clue in other Thomas Joseph puzzles.

  • SAMPLE6 letters
  • TAKEASTAB9 letters

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Try”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, February 10, 2023, the answer to “Try” is ATTEMPT — 7 letters, entered at 16 Across.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

Yes. This clue has taken more than one answer in the Thomas Joseph crossword: SAMPLE, TAKEASTAB, ATTEMPT. Match the letter count against the squares in your grid to pick the right one.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 7 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.