Rescued

Latest answer — August 09, 2026

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Clue decoded

SAVED is the past-tense or past-participle form of “save,” meaning rescued from danger or difficulty.

Clue type:
Word form
A rescuer helping a person out of danger and into safety.

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This clue's Sunday, August 09, 2026 appearance

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Across

  1. 1Emerson's "Friendship," for one
  2. 6Dance taught by Al Pacino's character in "Scent of a Woman"
  3. 7Skirt
  4. 8Pied-à-___ (residence in the city)
  5. 9Secluded valley

Down

  1. 1Michigan, to Macron
  2. 2Rescued
  3. 3Napper's noise
  4. 4Christina Aguilera's "What ___ Wants"
  5. 5Call from Switzerland?

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Emerson's "Friendship," for one — Answer: ESSAY. Hint: It’s a piece of nonfiction in which Emerson reflects on the bonds between people. ✍️
  2. 6. Dance taught by Al Pacino's character in "Scent of a Woman" — Answer: TANGO. Hint: This passionate partner dance is known for sharp steps, close holds, and dramatic flair. 💃
  3. 7. Skirt — Answer: AVOID. Hint: To do this is to steer clear of something altogether. 🚧
  4. 8. Pied-à-___ (residence in the city) — Answer: TERRE. Hint: A stylish little city residence, often kept as a convenient second home 🏙️
  5. 9. Secluded valley — Answer: DELL. Hint: Think of a small, sheltered valley tucked away from the bustle. 🏞️

Down

  1. 1. Michigan, to Macron — Answer: ETAT. Hint: To the French president, Michigan is a political division. 🗺️
  2. 2. Rescued — Answer: SAVED. Hint: Given a helping hand and brought safely out of danger 🛟
  3. 3. Napper's noise — Answer: SNORE. Hint: It’s the rumbling sound some sleepers make without waking up. 😴
  4. 4. Christina Aguilera's "What ___ Wants" — Answer: AGIRL. Hint: Complete the title with the familiar phrase describing what she wants. 🎶
  5. 5. Call from Switzerland? — Answer: YODEL. Hint: Imagine a mountain messenger making a very distinctive vocal call. 🏔️

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The answer to “Rescued” in the LA Times Mini crossword is SAVED — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times Mini crossword on August 9, 2026 at 2-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.

“Rescued” answer

SAVED (5 letters)

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August 9, 2026 (most recent) → SAVED. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Rescued”?

The answer is SAVED, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times Mini crossword on August 9, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Rescued”?

5 letters: SAVED.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the LA Times Mini crossword on August 9, 2026, at 2-Down.

Can “Rescued” 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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