Stop mid-story to add suspense, say
LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
"Stop mid-story to add suspense, say"
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PAUSEFOREFFECT
Letter analysis
Letters
14
Vowels
6
Unique
10
Direction
Across
About this clue
The clue "Stop mid-story to add suspense, say" in the LA Times Crossword for Tuesday, June 16, 2026 resolves to PAUSEFOREFFECT, a 14-letter answer.
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