Across clue · May 1, 2026

Pressing the permanent press button?

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

AW Verified by AppWalkthrough · 9 letters

"Pressing the permanent press button?"

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IRONIRONY

9 letters · 4 vowels · 5 consonants

Letter analysis

9-letter answer

Letters

9

total length

Vowels

4

A E I O U

Unique

5

distinct letters

Direction

Across

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Pressing the permanent press button?" in the LA Times Crossword for Friday, May 1, 2026 resolves to IRONIRONY, a 9-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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Pressing the permanent press button? — LA Times Crossword May 1, 2026 Answer | AppWalkthrough