Stopped lying, perhaps

Latest answer — July 14, 2026

5 Across

Think of how you might start a new day after some untruths come to light! 🌅

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This clue's Tuesday, July 14, 2026 appearance

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  1. 1See 7-Across
  2. 4"Check ___" ("Forget what I just said")
  3. 5Stopped lying, perhaps
  4. 6Steve who wrote the comic book miniseries "30 Days of Night"
  5. 7With 1-Across, performs as a favor to

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  1. 1One of a double bass's double features
  2. 2Parched people's paradises, perhaps
  3. 3GPS recommendations: Abbr.
  4. 4A double bass is usually part of one in jazz
  5. 5Word often prolonged before "action!"

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. See 7-Across — Answer: FOR. Hint: Look for something commonly used in phrases of purpose or reason! 🔍
  2. 4. "Check ___" ("Forget what I just said") — Answer: THAT. Hint: Sometimes you say this when you're trying to take back a statement! 🤫
  3. 5. Stopped lying, perhaps — Answer: AROSE. Hint: Think of how you might start a new day after some untruths come to light! 🌅
  4. 6. Steve who wrote the comic book miniseries "30 Days of Night" — Answer: NILES. Hint: This Steve is known for his chilling vampire tales! 🧛‍♂️
  5. 7. With 1-Across, performs as a favor to — Answer: DOES. Hint: Think of an action that shows kindness or support for someone in need! 😊

Down

  1. 1. One of a double bass's double features — Answer: FHOLE. Hint: Think about the openings that help create a rich sound in music! 🎶
  2. 2. Parched people's paradises, perhaps — Answer: OASES. Hint: Think of lush spots in the desert where one might find relief from the heat! 🌴
  3. 3. GPS recommendations: Abbr. — Answer: RTES. Hint: Think about the best paths to take when navigating! 🗺️
  4. 4. A double bass is usually part of one in jazz — Answer: TRIO. Hint: Think of a small group that often creates beautiful harmony in jazz! 🎶
  5. 5. Word often prolonged before "action!" — Answer: AND. Hint: Think of a common word that connects thoughts and often starts sentences! 🤔

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The answer to “Stopped lying, perhaps” in the The Washington Post Mini crossword is AROSE — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 14, 2026 at 5-Across. 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.

“Stopped lying, perhaps” answer

AROSE (5 letters)

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Why the answer is AROSE

Think of how you might start a new day after some untruths come to light! 🌅

When else has “Stopped lying, perhaps” appeared?

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July 14, 2026 (most recent) → AROSE. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Stopped lying, perhaps”?

The answer is AROSE, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 14, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Stopped lying, perhaps”?

5 letters: AROSE.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 14, 2026, at 5-Across.

Can “Stopped lying, perhaps” have a different answer?

Yes — The Washington Post 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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