Down clue · May 18, 2026

Soviet satellite launched in 1957

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Monday, May 18, 2026.

AW Verified by AppWalkthrough · 7 letters

"Soviet satellite launched in 1957"

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P
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K

SPUTNIK

7 letters · 2 vowels · 5 consonants

Letter analysis

7-letter answer

Letters

7

total length

Vowels

2

A E I O U

Unique

7

distinct letters

Direction

Down

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Soviet satellite launched in 1957" in the LA Times Crossword for Monday, May 18, 2026 resolves to SPUTNIK, a 7-letter answer.

This is one of many clues in the day's crossword. To see the full grid of answers, return to the May 18, 2026 puzzle page.

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