LA Times Crossword

November 28, 2023

Chandi Deitmer

 

What do the first four clues have in common that is hinted at by the fifth clue?

 

1. HOME

2. TRUTH

3. JANE

4. INSTINCT

5. Part of a rags-to-riches story 

HINT:

PIE could be added to the list.

Answer to clue 5:

HUMBLE BEGINNINGS

 

Answers to clues 1-4:

 

Each clue word can be preceded by a word meaning "humble:" 

 

1. MODEST HOME

2. SIMPLE TRUTH

3. PLAIN JANE

4. BASIC INSTINCT

HINT: HUMBLE PIE