Across clue · July 3, 2026

Staple that's often helpful in a pinch?

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Friday, July 3, 2026.

"Staple that's often helpful in a pinch?"

S
A
L
T

SALT

4 letters · 1 vowel · 3 consonants

Letter analysis

4-letter answer

Letters

4

total length

Vowels

1

A E I O U

Unique

4

distinct letters

Direction

Across

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Staple that's often helpful in a pinch?" in the LA Times Crossword for Friday, July 3, 2026 resolves to SALT, a 4-letter answer.

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