What is the answer to "Herring, but not a red herring" in the LA Times Crossword?

The answer to the LA Times Crossword clue "Herring, but not a red herring" is FISH (4 letters).

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Herring, but not a red herring LA Times Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the September 15, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

FISH

4 letters · Down · last seen September 15, 2026

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