High-quality proof, for short

Latest answer — September 26, 2026

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Clue explained

REPRO is a shortened form of “reproduction,” and in publishing it can mean a reproduction proof used to check high-quality printed material. “For short” explicitly signals the abbreviation.

Clue type:
Abbreviation
A printed proof being inspected in a print-production setting.

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This clue's Saturday, September 26, 2026 appearance

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The answer to “High-quality proof, for short” in the LA Times crossword is REPRO — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times crossword on September 26, 2026, a Saturday puzzle, at 46-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.

“High-quality proof, for short” answer

REPRO (5 letters)

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What does REPRO mean?

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(noun)

  • a reproduction or copy, particularly of a piece of furniture
  • the reproduction of a document or image

When else has “High-quality proof, for short” appeared?

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September 26, 2026 (most recent) → REPRO. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “High-quality proof, for short”?

The answer is REPRO, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times crossword on September 26, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “High-quality proof, for short”?

5 letters: REPRO.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the LA Times crossword on September 26, 2026 (a Saturday puzzle), at 46-Down.

Can “High-quality proof, for short” have a different answer?

Yes — LA Times 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.

Where can I find the rest of this day's LA Times answers?

The full grid for September 26, 2026 is on the LA Times answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.

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