Down clue · September 17, 2026

Deep in thought

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Thursday, September 17, 2026.

AW Verified by AppWalkthrough · 7 letters

"Deep in thought"

P
E
N
S
I
V
E

PENSIVE

7 letters · 3 vowels · 4 consonants

Letter analysis

7-letter answer

Letters

7

total length

Vowels

3

A E I O U

Unique

6

distinct letters

Direction

Down

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Deep in thought" in the LA Times Crossword for Thursday, September 17, 2026 resolves to PENSIVE, a 7-letter answer.

This is one of many clues in the day's crossword. To see the full grid of answers, return to the September 17, 2026 puzzle page.

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Deep in thought — LA Times Crossword September 17, 2026 Answer | AppWalkthrough