Took unnecessary risks, in a British idiom
LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Sunday, July 12, 2026.
"Took unnecessary risks, in a British idiom"
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SAILEDCLOSETOTHEWIND
Letter analysis
Letters
20
Vowels
8
Unique
12
Direction
Across
About this clue
The clue "Took unnecessary risks, in a British idiom" in the LA Times Crossword for Sunday, July 12, 2026 resolves to SAILEDCLOSETOTHEWIND, a 20-letter answer.
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