Crossword clue

“Keeps from sticking to the pot, perhaps”

This clue appeared as Down in the LA Times Crossword on Monday, June 29, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
STIRS
Letters5
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Keeps from sticking to the pot, perhaps” ran in the LA Times Crossword on June 29, 2026 as Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Keeps from sticking to the pot, perhaps” clue?+

The answer is STIRS (5 letters), from the LA Times Crossword of June 29, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the LA Times Crossword.

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