cut down to size crossword clue
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The most common crossword answers for the clue “Cut down to size” are ABASE (5 letters), ALTER (5 letters), and PARE (4 letters). The exact solution depends on the number of squares and the puzzle’s publication, such as the recent November 12, 2026 LA Times Daily puzzle.
Common Answers by Letter Count
Check your grid’s letter count and crossing letters against these frequent solutions found on Word Finder and Crossword Solver:
- 4 Letters: CROP, EDIT, PARE, TRIM.
- 5 Letters: ABASE (most frequent), ALTER, PARED.
- 6 Letters: ABASED, DEMEAN, EDITED, PRUNED, REDUCE.
- 7 Letters: CHASTEN, CROPPED, WHITTLE.
- 9 Letters: HUMILIATE, SHORTENED.