Vatican leader crossword clue

Answer
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POPE

POPE — the 4-letter solution to “Vatican leader”, entered at 42 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for July 22, 2025.

About this clue

“Vatican leader” appeared as 42 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on July 22, 2025, and the answer is 4 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
4
Position
42 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Vatican leader”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Tuesday, July 22, 2025, the answer to “Vatican leader” is POPE — 4 letters, entered at 42 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 “Vatican leader” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been POPE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 4 letters and starts with P.

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.