LA Times Crossword Clue

Try to stop

The Answer

DETER

Letters 5

Published April 30, 2026

Day Thursday

The clue “Try to stop” appeared in the LA Times Crossword on April 30, 2026. The correct answer is DETER (5 letters). The same clue text may appear in different puzzles with different answers, so always check the date and letter count.

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