LA Times Crossword October 1 2026 Answers (10/1/26)

Here are all of the answers to today's LA Times Crossword puzzle for October 1 2026 to help you finish it up!

Our LA Times Crossword October 1, 2026 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword 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 October 1, 2026 Answers

If you need help solving the LA Times Crossword on 10/1/26, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need. You can search for the clue and then select the appropriate clue to get the answer. We have done it this way so that if you’re just looking for a handful of clues, you won’t spoil other ones you’re working on!

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# Clue
1A Pride letters
5A Latch (onto)
9A Pricey strings, familiarly
14A Geometric calculation
15A Spiritual energy
16A Canines, e.g.
17A "Top Gun" and "Top Gun: Maverick" actor
19A Spy collection
20A Do-nothing
21A Fastest qualifier in auto racing
23A Welcomes
25A Insect such as Bombyx mori
28A Possesses
29A All ready
31A "I disagree"
32A Word with flat or late
33A Plemons of "The Power of the Dog"
35A Lends a hand
36A "The Kiss" painter
40A Without a date
42A Like many a chimney sweep
43A Resistance unit
44A Show stoppers?
47A Org. overseeing LA28
48A Part of B&B
51A Appear as
54A "Friends" friend
56A Lady Gaga, for one
58A Moral standard
59A Burp
61A Ice cream treat, or what can be found in 17-, 25-, 36-, or 51-Across?
63A Nebraska city
64A Fancy party spread
65A Like leap years
66A Some sushi fish
67A Lock lips, in London
68A Musical pause
1D Extravagant
2D Top-notch
3D Some ball attendees
4D Opinions, informally
5D Lass
6D Gravy imperfection
7D Cookies with many limited-edition flavors
8D Miami baseball player
9D Like flypaper
10D Brunch hr.
11D Supply with updated parts
12D Feasted on
13D UPS competitor
18D Van Gogh flowers
22D She, in Portuguese
24D Tree house?
26D Danson of "The Good Place"
27D Bucks and rams
30D ID checkers at an airport
33D Big container
34D Chargeable autos, for short
35D "Good Hang" podcaster Poehler
36D Locker room strategy
37D Fish that turns into a dragon, per myth
38D Roller coaster feature
39D Desires
40D "Help us!"
41D Not just a
44D Socially dominant types
45D Accomplished
46D Cuts corners
48D "Don't act up!"
49D Battery-powered rides
50D Clothed, so to speak
52D Frappuccino flavor
53D Water brand
55D Last multiple-choice choice, often
57D Midrange voice
59D Many a customer service assistant
60D Animal mascot for Liberty Mutual
62D Beer dispenser

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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.

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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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