Crossword clue
“Cover story”
This clue appeared as Across in the LA Times Crossword on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ALIBILetters5
Starts withA
Ends withI
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Cover story” ran in the LA Times Crossword on September 16, 2026 as Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with I, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Cover story” clue?+
The answer is ALIBI (5 letters), from the LA Times Crossword of September 16, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the LA Times Crossword.
How do I find other LA Times Crossword answers?+
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