Across clue · May 16, 2026

Yoga pose that alternates between arching and rounding the spine

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Saturday, May 16, 2026.

AW Verified by AppWalkthrough · 6 letters

"Yoga pose that alternates between arching and rounding the spine"

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CATCOW

6 letters · 2 vowels · 4 consonants

Letter analysis

6-letter answer

Letters

6

total length

Vowels

2

A E I O U

Unique

5

distinct letters

Direction

Across

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Yoga pose that alternates between arching and rounding the spine" in the LA Times Crossword for Saturday, May 16, 2026 resolves to CATCOW, 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 16, 2026 puzzle page.

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Yoga pose that alternates between arching and rounding the spine — LA Times Crossword May 16, 2026 Answer | AppWalkthrough