What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue ""___ is more" (paradoxical aphorism)" from February 2, 2026?

Crossword clue

“"___ is more" (paradoxical aphorism)”

This clue appeared as 5-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 2, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

LESS

Letters4

Starts withL

Ends withS

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “"___ is more" (paradoxical aphorism)” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 2, 2026 as 5-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with L and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “"___ is more" (paradoxical aphorism)” clue?+

The answer is LESS (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 2, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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