Down clue · September 17, 2026

Modus operandi

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

AW Verified by AppWalkthrough · 3 letters

"Modus operandi"

W
A
Y

WAY

3 letters · 1 vowel · 2 consonants

Letter analysis

3-letter answer

Letters

3

total length

Vowels

1

A E I O U

Unique

3

distinct letters

Direction

Down

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Modus operandi" in the LA Times Crossword for Thursday, September 17, 2026 resolves to WAY, a 3-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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Modus operandi — LA Times Crossword September 17, 2026 Answer | AppWalkthrough