Across clue · September 16, 2026

Grinds to a halt

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

"Grinds to a halt"

S
T
O
P
S

STOPS

5 letters · 1 vowel · 4 consonants

Letter analysis

5-letter answer

Letters

5

total length

Vowels

1

A E I O U

Unique

4

distinct letters

Direction

Across

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Grinds to a halt" in the LA Times Crossword for Wednesday, September 16, 2026 resolves to STOPS, a 5-letter answer.

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