Speak unseriously
LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Saturday, May 16, 2026.
"Speak unseriously"
J
I
V
E
JIVE
Letter analysis
Letters
4
Vowels
2
Unique
4
Direction
Down
About this clue
The clue "Speak unseriously" in the LA Times Crossword for Saturday, May 16, 2026 resolves to JIVE, a 4-letter answer.
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