Down clue · May 1, 2026

Deceptive layer

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Friday, May 1, 2026.

AW Verified by AppWalkthrough · 6 letters

"Deceptive layer"

V
E
N
E
E
R

VENEER

6 letters · 3 vowels · 3 consonants

Letter analysis

6-letter answer

Letters

6

total length

Vowels

3

A E I O U

Unique

4

distinct letters

Direction

Down

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Deceptive layer" in the LA Times Crossword for Friday, May 1, 2026 resolves to VENEER, a 6-letter answer.

This is one of many clues in the day's crossword. To see the full grid of answers, return to the May 1, 2026 puzzle page.

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