Our LA Times Crossword Hints for October 1, 2026 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. The LA Times Crossword is a daily crossword puzzle published in the Los Angeles Times, one of the largest newspapers in the United States. It is highly regarded by crossword enthusiasts for its challenging clues and clever themes. It is a traditional-style crossword, with a grid of black and white squares, and clues in both the across and down directions. The LA Times Crossword offers a daily challenge for solvers of all levels, from beginner to expert.
LA Times Crossword Hints, October 1, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the LA Times Crossword on 10/1/26. The clues are listed below, and you can click/tap on a clue to go to its page for more detail, including definitions, but if you don’t want to be immediately spoiled, you can reveal letter by letter to still offer yourself more of a challenge before revealing the full solution.
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1A. Pride letters
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5A. Latch (onto)
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9A. Pricey strings, familiarly
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14A. Geometric calculation
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15A. Spiritual energy
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16A. Canines, e.g.
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17A. "Top Gun" and "Top Gun: Maverick" actor
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19A. Spy collection
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20A. Do nothing
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21A. Fastest qualifier in auto racing
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23A. Welcomes
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25A. Insect such as Bombyx mori
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28A. Possesses
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29A. All ready
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31A. "I disagree!"
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32A. Word with flat or late
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33A. Plemons of “The Power of the Dog”
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35A. Lends a hand
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36A. The Kiss painter
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40A. Without a date
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42A. Like many a chimney sweep
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43A. Resistance unit
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44A. Show stoppers?
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47A. Org. overseeing LA28
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48A. Part of B&B
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51A. Appear as
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54A. “Friends” friend
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56A. Lady Gaga, for one
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58A. Moral standard
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59A. Burp
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61A. Ice cream treat, or what can be found in 17-, 25-, 36-, or 51-Across?
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63A. Nebraska city
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64A. Fancy party spread
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65A. Like leap years
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66A. Some sushi fish
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67A. Lock lips, in London
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68A. Musical pause
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1D. Extravagant
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2D. Top-notch
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3D. Some ball attendees
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4D. Opinions, informally
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5D. Lass
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6D. Gravy imperfection
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7D. Cookies with many limited-edition flavors
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8D. Miami baseball player
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9D. Like flypaper
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10D. Brunch hr.
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11D. Supply with updated parts
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12D. Feasted on
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13D. UPS competitor
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18D. Van Gogh flowers
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22D. "She" in Portuguese
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24D. Tree house?
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26D. Danson of "The Good Place"
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27D. Bucks and rams
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30D. ID checkers at an airport
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33D. Big container
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34D. Chargeable autos, for short
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35D. "Good Hang" podcaster Poehler
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36D. Locker room strategy
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37D. Fish that turns into a dragon, per myth
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38D. Roller coaster feature
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39D. Desires
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40D. 'Help us!'
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41D. Not just “a”
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44D. Socially dominant types
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45D. Accomplished
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46D. Cuts corners
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48D. "Don't act up!"
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49D. Battery-powered rides
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50D. Clothed, so to speak
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52D. Frappuccino flavor
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53D. Water brand
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55D. Last multiple-choice choice, often
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57D. Midrange voice
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59D. Many a customer service assistant
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60D. Animal mascot for Liberty Mutual
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62D. Beer dispenser
The LA Times Crossword is a daily crossword puzzle that is published in the Los Angeles Times newspaper and on its website. The puzzle is known for its clever clues and challenging difficulty level, and is popular among crossword enthusiasts around the world.
The LA Times Crossword was first introduced in 2005, and has since become a beloved tradition for many crossword solvers. The puzzle is created by a team of experienced crossword constructors, who are known for their skill and creativity in the field of crossword puzzles.
One of the interesting features of the LA Times Crossword is its inclusion of a wide range of topics, from pop culture and current events to science and history. The puzzle is also known for its themed sections, which can add an extra layer of complexity to the solving experience.
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