Crossword clue
“Pincered insect”
This clue appeared as Down in the LA Times Crossword on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
EARWIGLetters6
Starts withE
Ends withG
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Pincered insect” ran in the LA Times Crossword on September 22, 2026 as Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with E and ends with G, 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 “Pincered insect” clue?+
The answer is EARWIG (6 letters), from the LA Times Crossword of September 22, 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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