LA Times Crossword

January 5. 2023

Chandi Deitmer and Darby Ratliff

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The first four clues have something in common that is hinted at by the fifth clue.

 

1. Coming of age novel by Chaim Potok

2. Nocturnal bird known for its cry

3. Confection made without cocoa solids

4. Board-breaking move 

5. Nature's sonar and what varies in the answers to the clues.

Answer to Clue 5:

ECHO LOCATION

 

Answers to Clues 1-4:

1. THE CHOSEN 

2. SCREECH OWL

3. WHITE CHOCOLATE

4. KARATE CHOP

 

Puzzle title:

Is There An Echo In Here?