Down clue · October 7, 2026

__ nerve

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Wednesday, October 7, 2026.

AW Verified by AppWalkthrough · 5 letters

"__ nerve"

O
P
T
I
C

OPTIC

5 letters · 2 vowels · 3 consonants

Letter analysis

5-letter answer

Letters

5

total length

Vowels

2

A E I O U

Unique

5

distinct letters

Direction

Down

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "__ nerve" in the LA Times Crossword for Wednesday, October 7, 2026 resolves to OPTIC, a 5-letter answer.

This is one of many clues in the day's crossword. To see the full grid of answers, return to the October 7, 2026 puzzle page.

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__ nerve — LA Times Crossword October 7, 2026 Answer | AppWalkthrough