Crossword clue
“Suffix with method or metaphor”
This clue appeared as 56-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ICALLetters4
Starts withI
Ends withL
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Suffix with method or metaphor” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 21, 2026 as 56-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with I and ends with L.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Suffix with method or metaphor” clue?+
The answer is ICAL (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 21, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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