Across clue · September 30, 2026

Protective cover

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

"Protective cover"

T
A
R
P

TARP

4 letters · 1 vowel · 3 consonants

Letter analysis

4-letter answer

Letters

4

total length

Vowels

1

A E I O U

Unique

4

distinct letters

Direction

Across

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Protective cover" in the LA Times Crossword for Wednesday, September 30, 2026 resolves to TARP, a 4-letter answer.

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