Down clue · May 20, 2026

Smarties and Nerds

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

"Smarties and Nerds"

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CANDY

5 letters · 1 vowel · 4 consonants

Letter analysis

5-letter answer

Letters

5

total length

Vowels

1

A E I O U

Unique

5

distinct letters

Direction

Down

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Smarties and Nerds" in the LA Times Crossword for Wednesday, May 20, 2026 resolves to CANDY, a 5-letter answer.

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