Hits the brakes
LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Sunday, October 4, 2026.
"Hits the brakes"
H
A
L
T
S
HALTS
Letter analysis
Letters
5
Vowels
1
Unique
5
Direction
Down
About this clue
The clue "Hits the brakes" in the LA Times Crossword for Sunday, October 4, 2026 resolves to HALTS, a 5-letter answer.
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