Crossword clue
“Play a banjo”
This clue appeared as Across in the LA Times Crossword on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
STRUMLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withM
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Play a banjo” ran in the LA Times Crossword on July 1, 2026 as Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with M, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Play a banjo” clue?+
The answer is STRUM (5 letters), from the LA Times Crossword of July 1, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the LA Times Crossword.
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