What is the answer to "Tough to form a bond with" in the LA Times Crossword?

The answer to the LA Times Crossword clue "Tough to form a bond with" is ALOOF (5 letters).

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Tough to form a bond with LA Times Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the October 3, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

ALOOF

5 letters · Across · last seen October 3, 2026

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