What is the answer to "Was able to" in the LA Times Crossword?

The answer to the LA Times Crossword clue "Was able to" is COULD (5 letters).

Was able to LA Times Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the July 7, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

COULD

5 letters · Across · last seen July 7, 2026

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