LA Times Crossword

September 7, 2025

Chandi Deitmer 

 

The words below have something in common that is hinted at by the last clue. Can you determine what it is?

 

1. MAN

2. RUSH

3. WIRE

4. COPY

5. SIGN

6. SPOON

7. Unexpected twist 

 

Answer to Clue 7:

Element of surprise

 

Answers to Clues 1-6:

Each clue word can be preceded by an element to make a common phrase:

 

1. TIN MAN

2. GOLD RUSH

3. COPPER WIRE

4. CARBON COPY

5. NEON SIGN

6. SILVER SPOON