"There isn't anything else!?"

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  1. 1. Some latte orders — Answer: DECAFS. Hint: These coffee drinks skip the caffeine but keep the cozy flavor ☕
  2. 7. Enemy of ancient Athens — Answer: SPARTA. Hint: Think of the famously warlike Greek city-state that rivaled Athens. 🏛️
  3. 13. Alpaca kin — Answer: LLAMA. Hint: Think of another woolly South American camelid, often seen carrying loads. 🐫
  4. 18. "Play slowly," in music — Answer: ADAGIO. Hint: This musical direction asks performers to take their time and ease into each note. 🎶
  5. 19. Peanut butter and jelly — Answer: SPREADS. Hint: These sandwich favorites are items you might smoothly apply to bread. 🥪
  6. 21. Keeps occupied — Answer: TIESUP. Hint: Think of what a packed schedule does to your time. ⏰
  7. 22. Public square that gets really sticky in the heat? — Answer: LICORICEPIAZZA. Hint: Think of an open city gathering place transformed into a chewy black confection under the summer sun. 🍬
  8. 24. Would rather not — Answer: HATETO. Hint: A reluctant phrase for saying you’d prefer not to do something. 😬
  9. 25. Biblical suffix — Answer: ETH. Hint: Look for a three-letter ending often seen in names from Scripture. 📖
  10. 26. Sp. address — Answer: SRA. Hint: Think of the Spanish courtesy title used to address a married woman politely. 🎩
  11. 27. Quite the commotion — Answer: ADO. Hint: A bustling fuss or noisy stir is what this word describes. 🌀
  12. 28. Ski lift — Answer: TBAR. Hint: This snowy tow pulls skiers uphill with a bar resting behind them. 🎿
  13. 30. Actor Kilmer — Answer: VAL. Hint: This name is often associated with a famous 'Batman' movie role! 🎭
  14. 31. Chuckle syllable — Answer: HEH. Hint: A tiny written laugh that signals mild amusement. 😏
  15. 33. Founded, as a co. — Answer: ESTD. Hint: This abbreviation marks when a company was officially established. 🏢
  16. 36. "Don't play," in music — Answer: TACET. Hint: This musical direction tells a performer to remain silent for a passage. 🤫
  17. 38. Phi __ Kappa — Answer: BETA. Hint: Think of the Greek-letter name that completes a famous academic honor society. 🎓
  18. 39. One who can only rasp quietly? — Answer: THEHOARSEWHISPERER. Hint: Picture a famous animal communicator reimagined with a scratchy, subdued voice. 🤫
  19. 44. Title for Judi Dench — Answer: DAME. Hint: Think of the honorific bestowed on this acclaimed British actress for her contributions to the arts. 🎭
  20. 46. Fox or ox — Answer: ANIMAL. Hint: Think of the broad category that includes both a sly fox and a sturdy ox. 🦊
  21. 47. __ monster — Answer: GILA. Hint: This venomous desert lizard is named after a river in the American Southwest. 🦎
  22. 48. Spot in a store with toys, water bowls, and leashes? — Answer: AISLEOFDOGS. Hint: Picture a pet-supply shopping lane where the customers have four paws. 🐾
  23. 51. Castle-breaching explosive — Answer: PETARD. Hint: This old-fashioned explosive was used to blast through fortress gates, often making its handlers nervous. 💥
  24. 53. Sandbox visitor — Answer: TOT. Hint: A very young playmate might make this brief visit to the sandbox. 🧒
  25. 54. Rapper Dr. __ — Answer: DRE. Hint: Think of the hip-hop producer behind iconic West Coast beats 🎤
  26. 55. Matar paneer vegetables — Answer: PEAS. Hint: These tiny green vegetables are a classic partner for paneer in this Indian dish. 🟢
  27. 57. Cause friction — Answer: CHAFE. Hint: Rub someone the wrong way, or irritate their skin, and you’ll cause this. 😏
  28. 60. Cookie whose website has recipes for cheesecake and empanadas — Answer: OREO. Hint: Think of the iconic chocolate sandwich cookie whose brand website offers more than just sweet recipes. 🍪
  29. 62. Derby-sporting Addams — Answer: ITT. Hint: Think of the famously hairy Addams relative whose signature look includes a derby hat. 🎩
  30. 64. Ancient hulled wheat — Answer: SPELT. Hint: This old-fashioned grain still turns up in rustic breads and health-food aisles. 🌾
  31. 66. Old Jutland resident — Answer: TEUTON. Hint: Think of an ancient Germanic inhabitant from Denmark’s Jutland peninsula. 🛡️
  32. 67. "Fiddlesticks" — Answer: DARN. Hint: A mild exclamation of annoyance, like “oh, bother!” 😤
  33. 68. Warning before a particularly scary monster flick? — Answer: BEASTINSHOW. Hint: Think of a playful theater warning announcing a frightening creature’s appearance. 🎬
  34. 71. Lysol target — Answer: GERM. Hint: Think of the tiny unwanted invader this disinfectant is designed to eliminate 🦠
  35. 72. Chemist Mendeleev who created the periodic table — Answer: DMITRI. Hint: Think of the Russian scientist whose organizing genius gave chemistry its chart of elements. 🧪
  36. 74. Castle trenches — Answer: MOATS. Hint: These water-filled defenses helped keep medieval castles safe. 🏰
  37. 75. Hit the slopes — Answer: SKI. Hint: Glide down a snowy mountain for some winter fun 🎿
  38. 76. Blackthorn berry — Answer: SLOE. Hint: This tart, dark fruit gives a classic gin its distinctive flavor. 🍸
  39. 77. Beyoncé's "I Am... __ Fierce" — Answer: SASHA. Hint: Think of the fierce alter ego Beyoncé introduced in this album title. 🎤
  40. 78. In the mail — Answer: SENT. Hint: This describes something that has already been mailed out 📬
  41. 79. Blunder — Answer: ERR. Hint: Make a brief mistake or slip-up, often by accident. 😅
  42. 81. Liberty Mutual's bus. — Answer: INS. Hint: Think of the brief abbreviation for the protection Liberty Mutual provides. 🛡️
  43. 82. Hybrid synth instrument — Answer: KEYTAR. Hint: Think of a keyboard instrument worn over the shoulder like a guitar 🎹
  44. 84. R-rated NASA event? — Answer: NAKEDLAUNCH. Hint: Picture a space mission with an adults-only twist. 🚀
  45. 89. Pedal pushers — Answer: FEET. Hint: They’re the body parts doing the pressing when you work the pedals. 🦶
  46. 90. __ roll — Answer: KAISER. Hint: This crusty roll is named for a German emperor. 🥖
  47. 92. "What fun!" — Answer: WHEE. Hint: A cheerful exclamation you might make while enjoying a thrilling ride 🎢
  48. 93. Oak trees? — Answer: CHILDRENOFTHEACORN. Hint: Think of what mighty oaks might call their little ones. 🌳
  49. 99. Golfer McIlroy — Answer: RORY. Hint: Think of the Northern Irish golf star known for powerful drives and major championships ⛳
  50. 100. Broadcast again — Answer: REAIR. Hint: Put the program on the air one more time. 📻
  51. 101. Hurdle for an aspiring JD — Answer: LSAT. Hint: This standardized test is a major gatekeeper for law-school hopefuls 📚
  52. 102. Halloween mo. — Answer: OCT. Hint: The month when costumes, candy, and jack-o’-lanterns take center stage 🎃
  53. 105. Off-rd. wheels — Answer: ATV. Hint: These compact vehicles are built for trails and rough terrain rather than pavement 🛞
  54. 106. "Stranger Things" actor Wolfhard — Answer: FINN. Hint: This young actor shares a first name with a legendary Arctic explorer. 🎬
  55. 107. Hoppy fave — Answer: IPA. Hint: A beloved beer style known for a bold, hoppy flavor 🍺
  56. 110. Wireless std. — Answer: LTE. Hint: This high-speed mobile connection standard keeps your phone talking without cables 📶
  57. 112. "Midsommar" director Aster — Answer: ARI. Hint: The director’s first name is a brief Hebrew name meaning “lion.” 🎬
  58. 114. Minor flaw — Answer: FOIBLE. Hint: Think of a small personal weakness or imperfection. 🙂
  59. 116. Glass ceiling-breaking event? — Answer: ASCENTOFAWOMAN. Hint: Picture a trailblazer rising beyond an unseen workplace barrier. 🚀
  60. 121. Musical weakness — Answer: TINEAR. Hint: It’s what you might have if melodies sound more like mysteries than music. 🎵
  61. 122. Invertebrate found in every ocean — Answer: SEASTAR. Hint: This familiar five-armed marine creature clings to rocks and explores the seafloor. ⭐
  62. 123. Hackers' shout of success — Answer: WEREIN. Hint: A triumphant cry from cyber intruders after cracking the system 🖥️
  63. 124. Go out for a while? — Answer: SLEEP. Hint: This is what you might do when your lights are out for a while. 😴
  64. 125. Beguile — Answer: ENTICE. Hint: Think of winning someone over with irresistible charm. 😉
  65. 126. Jaunty neckwear — Answer: ASCOTS. Hint: Think of a dapper scarf-like accessory that adds flair to a sharp suit. 🎩

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  1. 1. Broad valley — Answer: DALE. Hint: Think of a wide, open lowland nestled between hills. 🏞️
  2. 2. "Ethan Frome" novelist Wharton — Answer: EDITH. Hint: This author also penned “The Age of Innocence” and “The House of Mirth.” 📚
  3. 3. Browser storage — Answer: CACHE. Hint: It keeps frequently used web data handy so pages can load faster. 🚀
  4. 4. In the past — Answer: AGO. Hint: A little while back, not now 😌
  5. 5. Many Christmas trees — Answer: FIRS. Hint: These festive evergreens are often decorated with lights and ornaments. 🎄
  6. 6. Fancy affair — Answer: SOIREE. Hint: Think of an elegant evening gathering with a touch of glamour. ✨
  7. 7. NNW reversal — Answer: SSE. Hint: Think of the compass direction directly opposite this northwesterly heading. 🧭
  8. 8. "Play very, very softly," in music — Answer: PPP. Hint: This musical direction asks performers to play as quietly as possible. 🤫
  9. 9. Met highlight — Answer: ARIA. Hint: A showstopping solo at the Metropolitan Opera 🎶
  10. 10. Assessment — Answer: READ. Hint: A quick interpretation or appraisal of a situation can be called this. 🧐
  11. 11. Lipton division — Answer: TAZOTEA. Hint: Think of the tea brand that once belonged to Lipton’s portfolio. 🍵
  12. 12. Curved cutting tool — Answer: ADZ. Hint: This compact woodworking tool uses a curved blade to shape and smooth timber. 🪵
  13. 13. "Nothing you say is true!" — Answer: LIAR. Hint: A sharp accusation aimed at someone whose words can’t be trusted. 🕵️
  14. 14. Tennis do-over — Answer: LET. Hint: A serve that clips the net may call for this replay 🎾
  15. 15. Affectionate sign-off — Answer: ASEVER. Hint: A warm closing phrase that suggests your fondness remains constant. 💌
  16. 16. Change genetically — Answer: MUTATE. Hint: Alter an organism’s inherited traits, whether naturally or in a lab 🧬
  17. 17. Like molecules that cannot form permanent bonds — Answer: APOLAR. Hint: Describes molecules with no lasting separation of electrical charge. ⚡
  18. 20. Nickname for Louis Armstrong — Answer: SATCH. Hint: Think of the jazz legend’s famously warm nickname, often heard alongside his trumpet and gravelly voice. 🎺
  19. 21. "There isn't anything else!?" — Answer: THATSIT. Hint: A surprised way to ask whether this is truly the whole story 😲
  20. 23. Lettuce or cabbage — Answer: CASH. Hint: Think of the slang term for money that leafy greens can represent. 💵
  21. 29. Neutral shades — Answer: BEIGES. Hint: Think of soft, understated colors often used in interior design. 🎨
  22. 32. Web design code — Answer: HTML. Hint: This markup language gives webpages their structure and layout. 🖥️
  23. 34. Warty amphibian — Answer: TOAD. Hint: Think of a common amphibian often found near water that has a bumpy texture! 🐸
  24. 35. Paul of "The Batman" — Answer: DANO. Hint: Think of the actor who played the unsettling Riddler in The Batman 🎬
  25. 37. Piercing tool — Answer: AWL. Hint: This simple hand tool makes small holes in leather or wood. 🛠️
  26. 38. Tight squeezes — Answer: BEARHUGS. Hint: Warm, powerful embraces that leave little room to wiggle. 🤗
  27. 40. Listen to — Answer: HEED. Hint: Give someone’s words your full attention. 👂
  28. 41. Fix badly? — Answer: RIG. Hint: This kind of “fix” may involve tampering with the setup rather than truly repairing it. 🛠️
  29. 42. Texting tech — Answer: SMS. Hint: A classic phone-based way to send short text messages 📱
  30. 43. Put a name to — Answer: PLACE. Hint: Give this something more than a label—identify it clearly. 🏷️
  31. 44. Natural history museum display — Answer: DIORAMA. Hint: A lifelike three-dimensional scene brings the past to life behind glass 🦕
  32. 45. "M*A*S*H" star? — Answer: ASTERISK. Hint: Look for the little star-shaped punctuation mark featured in the show’s title ⭐
  33. 48. Not on the same page — Answer: ATODDS. Hint: Describes people whose opinions or goals conflict. ⚖️
  34. 49. Savanna antelope — Answer: ORIBI. Hint: Think of a small, graceful antelope that blends into Africa’s open grasslands. 🦌
  35. 50. Glam gala — Answer: FETE. Hint: Think of a sparkling, stylish celebration with a dressed-up guest list. ✨
  36. 51. Trails — Answer: PATHS. Hint: Routes you might follow through a forest or city 🌲
  37. 52. Intro to many a newsreel — Answer: DATELINE. Hint: Look for the place-and-date line that opens a news report. 📰
  38. 55. Calligraphy tools — Answer: PENS. Hint: They’re the ink-ready instruments that make handwritten flourishes possible 🖋️
  39. 56. Some city trains — Answer: ELS. Hint: Think of urban trains that travel high above the streets. 🚆
  40. 58. As a departure from the norm — Answer: FORONCE. Hint: It describes something happening unusually, rather than following the usual pattern. 🔄
  41. 59. Snare — Answer: ENMESH. Hint: To trap someone in a tangled situation is to do this. 🕸️
  42. 61. Without any planning — Answer: ONTHEFLY. Hint: It describes something done spontaneously rather than prepared in advance. 🎯
  43. 63. More family-friendly — Answer: TAMER. Hint: Think of something toned down and easier for all ages to enjoy. 😊
  44. 64. Walks or runs — Answer: STAT. Hint: Think of the urgent abbreviation doctors use when something needs doing immediately. 🚑
  45. 65. Where some get tired quickly? — Answer: PIT. Hint: A spot where athletes may run out of steam 🏃
  46. 66. Movement while asking "How do I look?" — Answer: TWIRL. Hint: A quick spin in front of the mirror can help with this fashion-check motion. 🪞
  47. 69. Junior — Answer: SON. Hint: A father might affectionately call his male child this. 👨‍👦
  48. 70. Rubber-stamped — Answer: OKED. Hint: It means officially approved with a quick stamp of acceptance ✅
  49. 73. Like a daisy — Answer: RAYED. Hint: Picture a flower whose petals spread outward like the sun’s rays. 🌼
  50. 78. Shiny fabric — Answer: SATEEN. Hint: Think of a smooth, glossy textile often used for elegant clothing or bedding. ✨
  51. 80. Sultry growl — Answer: RAWR. Hint: Think of a playful, feline-inspired sound with a flirtatious edge. 🐾
  52. 83. Boston University athlete — Answer: TERRIER. Hint: Think of Boston University’s spirited canine mascot on the field. 🐾
  53. 84. Trivial objection — Answer: NIT. Hint: A tiny, fussy complaint that makes a mountain out of a molehill 🤏
  54. 85. Product of incomplete combustion — Answer: ASH. Hint: What remains when something burns without enough oxygen? 🔥
  55. 86. Ship stabilizer — Answer: KEEL. Hint: This underwater fin helps a vessel stay balanced and on course. ⚓
  56. 87. Noted times — Answer: ERAS. Hint: Think of broad stretches of history, like the Stone Age or Renaissance. 🕰️
  57. 88. "Um, think again" — Answer: UHNO. Hint: A hesitant way to push back on an idea or suggestion. 🤔
  58. 90. Showy carp — Answer: KOI. Hint: This colorful pond favorite is admired for its striking patterns. 🐟
  59. 91. From Cairo or Cape Town — Answer: AFRICAN. Hint: This describes someone or something from the continent that includes both Egypt and South Africa. 🌍
  60. 93. Makes with skill — Answer: CRAFTS. Hint: Creates something with care and expertise 🎨
  61. 94. Medium for deep-frying — Answer: HOTOIL. Hint: Think of the sizzling liquid that crisps food in a fryer. 🍳
  62. 95. California city near Santa Ana — Answer: IRVINE. Hint: This Orange County city is home to a well-known University of California campus. 🏫
  63. 96. Grams — Answer: NANAS. Hint: Think of a cozy nickname for grandmothers. 👵
  64. 97. Young hippopotamus — Answer: CALF. Hint: This baby animal shares its name with the young of cows and other large mammals. 🦛
  65. 98. Capital west of Montreal — Answer: OTTAWA. Hint: Think of Canada’s capital, just west of Quebec’s largest city 🗺️
  66. 103. Brief appearance — Answer: CAMEO. Hint: A famous actor’s quick on-screen visit can earn this theatrical term. 🎬
  67. 104. Hair texture, e.g. — Answer: TRAIT. Hint: A curl pattern is an example of this kind of personal characteristic. 💇
  68. 106. Dust jacket part — Answer: FLAP. Hint: It’s the folded section of a book cover that often holds the author bio. 📚
  69. 108. Ramona, per Beezus — Answer: PEST. Hint: To her big sister, she’s more of a mischievous nuisance than a model sibling. 😈
  70. 109. Voting against — Answer: ANTI. Hint: Think of taking the opposing side in an election or decision 🗳️
  71. 111. Short-horned bighorns — Answer: EWES. Hint: Think of the female sheep in a flock, rather than the horned males. 🐑
  72. 113. Some Tripadvisor recommendations — Answer: INNS. Hint: They’re lodging options travelers might praise online 🧳
  73. 115. Buzzer? — Answer: BEE. Hint: This pollinator can make quite a hum when it takes flight 🐝
  74. 117. "Told you!" — Answer: SEE. Hint: A smug little phrase used when your prediction comes true. 😏
  75. 118. Washington's Sea-__ Airport — Answer: TAC. Hint: This Pacific Northwest airport serves the Seattle–Tacoma area. ✈️
  76. 119. Minecraft material — Answer: ORE. Hint: You can mine this underground resource to craft useful items in the game ⛏️
  77. 120. Battle of Helm's Deep combatant — Answer: ORC. Hint: Think of the creature fighting alongside Saruman’s forces in this famous Lord of the Rings siege. 🧙‍♂️

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The answer to "There isn't anything else!?" in the LA Times crossword is THATSIT — a 7-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times crossword on August 9, 2026, a Sunday puzzle, at 21-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.

"There isn't anything else!?"” answer

THATSIT (7 letters)

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Why the answer is THATSIT

A surprised way to ask whether this is truly the whole story 😲

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The answer is THATSIT, a 7-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times crossword on August 9, 2026.

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7 letters: THATSIT.

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Most recently in the LA Times crossword on August 9, 2026 (a Sunday puzzle), at 21-Down.

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