Down clue · October 5, 2026

Wet blanket

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Monday, October 5, 2026.

AW Verified by AppWalkthrough · 6 letters

"Wet blanket"

D
O
W
N
E
R

DOWNER

6 letters · 2 vowels · 4 consonants

Letter analysis

6-letter answer

Letters

6

total length

Vowels

2

A E I O U

Unique

6

distinct letters

Direction

Down

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Wet blanket" in the LA Times Crossword for Monday, October 5, 2026 resolves to DOWNER, a 6-letter answer.

This is one of many clues in the day's crossword. To see the full grid of answers, return to the October 5, 2026 puzzle page.

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Wet blanket — LA Times Crossword October 5, 2026 Answer | AppWalkthrough