Across clue · August 22, 2026

Makes a run for it

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Saturday, August 22, 2026.

"Makes a run for it"

B
O
L
T
S

BOLTS

5 letters · 1 vowel · 4 consonants

Letter analysis

5-letter answer

Letters

5

total length

Vowels

1

A E I O U

Unique

5

distinct letters

Direction

Across

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Makes a run for it" in the LA Times Crossword for Saturday, August 22, 2026 resolves to BOLTS, a 5-letter answer.

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