Crossword clue
“Recurring images, in literary analysis”
This clue appeared as 15-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
MOTIFSLetters6
Starts withM
Ends withS
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Recurring images, in literary analysis” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 7, 2026 as 15-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with M and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Recurring images, in literary analysis” clue?+
The answer is MOTIFS (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 7, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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