Crossword clue
“Causes of spiraling, at times”
This clue appeared as Across in the LA Times Crossword on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
FEARSLetters5
Starts withF
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Causes of spiraling, at times” ran in the LA Times Crossword on August 8, 2026 as Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with F and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Causes of spiraling, at times” clue?+
The answer is FEARS (5 letters), from the LA Times Crossword of August 8, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the LA Times Crossword.
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