LA Times Crossword Clue
Consecutive, or a hint to what can follow the first parts and precede the second parts of 17-, 25-, 38-, 40-, and 49-Across
The Answer
BACKTOBACK
The clue “Consecutive, or a hint to what can follow the first parts and precede the second parts of 17-, 25-, 38-, 40-, and 49-Across” appeared in the LA Times Crossword on August 17, 2026. The correct answer is BACKTOBACK (10 letters). The same clue text may appear in different puzzles with different answers, so always check the date and letter count.