Across clue · October 17, 2026

Aid in scratching an itch

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Saturday, October 17, 2026.

"Aid in scratching an itch"

C
L
A
W

CLAW

4 letters · 1 vowel · 3 consonants

Letter analysis

4-letter answer

Letters

4

total length

Vowels

1

A E I O U

Unique

4

distinct letters

Direction

Across

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Aid in scratching an itch" in the LA Times Crossword for Saturday, October 17, 2026 resolves to CLAW, a 4-letter answer.

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