Western spread crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with R and has 5 letters.

RANCH

RANCH — the 5-letter solution to “Western spread”, entered at 12 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for April 21, 2023.

About this clue

“Western spread” appeared as 12 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on April 21, 2023, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 2 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on July 3, 2025.

Letters
5
Position
12 Across
Times seen
2

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Western spread”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, April 21, 2023, the answer to “Western spread” is RANCH — 5 letters, entered at 12 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 “Western spread” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been RANCH, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with R.

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.