Cause friction
LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Sunday, August 9, 2026.
"Cause friction"
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CHAFE
Letter analysis
Letters
5
Vowels
2
Unique
5
Direction
Across
About this clue
The clue "Cause friction" in the LA Times Crossword for Sunday, August 9, 2026 resolves to CHAFE, a 5-letter answer.
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