Public square that gets really sticky in the heat?
LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Sunday, August 9, 2026.
"Public square that gets really sticky in the heat?"
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LICORICEPIAZZA
Letter analysis
Letters
14
Vowels
7
Unique
9
Direction
Across
About this clue
The clue "Public square that gets really sticky in the heat?" in the LA Times Crossword for Sunday, August 9, 2026 resolves to LICORICEPIAZZA, a 14-letter answer.
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