Top of the range? (4)

Latest answer — August 08, 2026

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Clue decoded

A PEAK is the top or highest point of a mountain range, while also meaning the top of a range in a more general sense. The question mark signals this playful double use of “range.”

Clue type:
Pun or wordplay
A mountain range with a prominent highest peak.

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Across

  1. 1Toy, target or top (4)
  2. 3On the other side of the page (8)
  3. 9Cockle or mussel, say (7)
  4. 10One goes to the polls (5)
  5. 11Support - acceptance (3-2)
  6. 12Rectangle (6)
  7. 14Sober - as OAP insisted (anag) (13)
  8. 17Soluble substance which can neutralise acids (6)
  9. 19It's raised in support (5)
  10. 22Layered vegetable (5)
  11. 23Small waterfall (7)
  12. 24Forte or Fawlty? (8)
  13. 25Top of the range? (4)

Down

  1. 1A person of consequence (8)
  2. 2Ornamental garden building (5)
  3. 4Where one problem leads to another, compounding the original difficulty (7,6)
  4. 5Competitor (5)
  5. 6Baltic state bordering Russia and Latvia (7)
  6. 7Plant which reproduces via spores (4)
  7. 8South American plant grown for its rice-like seeds (6)
  8. 13Time for a drink (3,5)
  9. 15One plays alone (7)
  10. 16Slow on the uptake (6)
  11. 18Cancel (5)
  12. 20Treatment (5)
  13. 21Heavy hitter? (4)

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Toy, target or top (4) — Answer: SOFT. Hint: Think of a four-letter word describing a cuddly plaything, an easy mark, or a convertible roof. 🧸
  2. 3. On the other side of the page (8) — Answer: OVERLEAF. Hint: Look to the reverse side of the page for this one 📖
  3. 9. Cockle or mussel, say (7) — Answer: MOLLUSC. Hint: This shelled sea creature belongs to a broad group that also includes oysters and snails. 🐚
  4. 10. One goes to the polls (5) — Answer: VOTER. Hint: This person heads to the polling place to cast a ballot 🗳️
  5. 11. Support - acceptance (3-2) — Answer: BUYIN. Hint: Think of the agreement you show when you decide to back a proposal. 🤝
  6. 12. Rectangle (6) — Answer: OBLONG. Hint: Think of a rectangle that’s noticeably longer than it is wide. 📐
  7. 14. Sober - as OAP insisted (anag) (13) — Answer: DISPASSIONATE. Hint: Think of a calm, impartial attitude untouched by strong feelings. 🧊
  8. 17. Soluble substance which can neutralise acids (6) — Answer: ALKALI. Hint: Think of a basic chemical substance that can cancel out acidity 🧪
  9. 19. It's raised in support (5) — Answer: THUMB. Hint: Think of the familiar hand gesture that signals approval or support 👍
  10. 22. Layered vegetable (5) — Answer: ONION. Hint: This bulb makes many cooks cry as its papery layers come apart. 🥗
  11. 23. Small waterfall (7) — Answer: CASCADE. Hint: Think of water tumbling gracefully over a rocky ledge. 🌊
  12. 24. Forte or Fawlty? (8) — Answer: HOTELIER. Hint: Think of the person running the place where Basil’s guests stay—and where a famous singer might lodge. 🏨
  13. 25. Top of the range? (4) — Answer: PEAK. Hint: Think of the highest point on a mountain range. ⛰️

Down

  1. 1. A person of consequence (8) — Answer: SOMEBODY. Hint: Think of a notable individual who matters in the bigger picture. 🌟
  2. 2. Ornamental garden building (5) — Answer: FOLLY. Hint: Think of a whimsical decorative structure built more for charm than practicality in a garden. 🏛️
  3. 4. Where one problem leads to another, compounding the original difficulty (7,6) — Answer: VICIOUSCIRCLE. Hint: A self-reinforcing cycle in which each setback creates the next one 🔄
  4. 5. Competitor (5) — Answer: RIVAL. Hint: Someone you square off against in a contest 🏆
  5. 6. Baltic state bordering Russia and Latvia (7) — Answer: ESTONIA. Hint: Think of the northernmost Baltic country, nestled between Latvia and Russia 🇪🇪
  6. 7. Plant which reproduces via spores (4) — Answer: FERN. Hint: Look for a leafy woodland plant that reproduces through spores rather than seeds 🌿
  7. 8. South American plant grown for its rice-like seeds (6) — Answer: QUINOA. Hint: Think of a protein-rich seed often tossed into healthy salads and bowls. 🥗
  8. 13. Time for a drink (3,5) — Answer: TEABREAK. Hint: A brief pause to enjoy a warm cuppa ☕
  9. 15. One plays alone (7) — Answer: SOLOIST. Hint: A musician performing without accompaniment fits this description. 🎵
  10. 16. Slow on the uptake (6) — Answer: OBTUSE. Hint: Describes someone who needs a little extra time to catch on. 🐢
  11. 18. Cancel (5) — Answer: ANNUL. Hint: To officially call something off is to do this. 🚫
  12. 20. Treatment (5) — Answer: USAGE. Hint: It describes the way something is handled or put to use. 🔧
  13. 21. Heavy hitter? (4) — Answer: COSH. Hint: Think of a blunt weapon that can really pack a punch. 🥊

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The answer to “Top of the range? (4)” in the The Guardian Quick crossword is PEAK — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on August 8, 2026, a Saturday puzzle, at 25-Across, and it has also run on 1 earlier date with the same answer. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Top of the range? (4)” answer

PEAK (4 letters)

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What is the answer to “Top of the range? (4)”?

The answer is PEAK, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on August 8, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Top of the range? (4)”?

4 letters: PEAK.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the The Guardian Quick crossword on August 8, 2026 (a Saturday puzzle), at 25-Across. Earlier appearances: August 7, 2026 → PEAK.

Can “Top of the range? (4)” have a different answer?

Yes — The Guardian Quick sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

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