Down clue · September 25, 2026

Slow start?

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Friday, September 25, 2026.

"Slow start?"

E
S
S

ESS

3 letters · 1 vowel · 2 consonants

Letter analysis

3-letter answer

Letters

3

total length

Vowels

1

A E I O U

Unique

2

distinct letters

Direction

Down

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Slow start?" in the LA Times Crossword for Friday, September 25, 2026 resolves to ESS, a 3-letter answer.

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