The crossword solutions for the term Oliver or Thomas are 'HARDY'. Thomas HARDY was an English novelist and poet who wrote during the Victorian era. He is best known for his novels such as Far from the Madding Crowd, Tess of the d'Urbervilles, and Jude the Obscure. Oliver HARDY was an American comic actor who was part of the comedy duo Laurel and HARDY. He was known for his slapstick humor and his catchphrase 'Well, here's another nice mess you've gotten me into!'