Classic gas brand with a tiger mascot

Latest answer — July 16, 2026

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Think of a classic brand that's known for its catchy jingle and feline friend! 🐯

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  1. 1The only U.S. president to have received a Purple Heart
  2. 4"L.A. Law" attorney Becker
  3. 7Has a hunch
  4. 8Young horses
  5. 9"As a result ..."

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  1. 1Ancient port, now part of Tel Aviv-Yafo
  2. 2Banned refrigerant
  3. 3Work the pizza dough
  4. 5Woes
  5. 6Classic gas brand with a tiger mascot

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Across

  1. 1. The only U.S. president to have received a Purple Heart — Answer: JFK. Hint: This charismatic leader from the 1960s is known for his inspiring speeches and youthful charm! 🇺🇸
  2. 4. "L.A. Law" attorney Becker — Answer: ARNIE. Hint: This name might remind you of a classic '80s sitcom character and a certain famous comedian! 🎭
  3. 7. Has a hunch — Answer: FEELS. Hint: Sometimes your gut just knows things! 🤔
  4. 8. Young horses — Answer: FOALS. Hint: These little ones are often seen frolicking in the fields! 🐴
  5. 9. "As a result ..." — Answer: ANDSO. Hint: Think of a phrase that ties two ideas together smoothly! 🔗

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  1. 1. Ancient port, now part of Tel Aviv-Yafo — Answer: JAFFA. Hint: This historic city is known for its beautiful views and rich maritime history! 🌊
  2. 2. Banned refrigerant — Answer: FREON. Hint: This once-popular cooling agent is now off-limits due to environmental concerns! ❄️
  3. 3. Work the pizza dough — Answer: KNEAD. Hint: It's all about giving that dough a good massage! 🍞
  4. 5. Woes — Answer: ILLS. Hint: Sometimes life can be a bit rough, can't it? 😟
  5. 6. Classic gas brand with a tiger mascot — Answer: ESSO. Hint: Think of a classic brand that's known for its catchy jingle and feline friend! 🐯

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The answer to “Classic gas brand with a tiger mascot” in the LA Times Mini crossword is ESSO — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times Mini crossword on July 16, 2026 at 6-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Classic gas brand with a tiger mascot” answer

ESSO (4 letters)

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Why the answer is ESSO

Think of a classic brand that's known for its catchy jingle and feline friend! 🐯

When else has “Classic gas brand with a tiger mascot” appeared?

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July 16, 2026 (most recent) → ESSO. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Classic gas brand with a tiger mascot”?

The answer is ESSO, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times Mini crossword on July 16, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Classic gas brand with a tiger mascot”?

4 letters: ESSO.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the LA Times Mini crossword on July 16, 2026, at 6-Down.

Can “Classic gas brand with a tiger mascot” have a different answer?

Yes — LA Times Mini sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

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