Sure to end badly
LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Thursday, May 21, 2026.
"Sure to end badly"
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O
W
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NOWIN
Letter analysis
Letters
5
Vowels
2
Unique
4
Direction
Across
About this clue
The clue "Sure to end badly" in the LA Times Crossword for Thursday, May 21, 2026 resolves to NOWIN, a 5-letter answer.
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