Crossword clue
“Instruction before an M.R.I.”
This clue appeared as 56-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 20, 2026. The answer has 8 letters.
Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
LIESTILLLetters8
Starts withL
Ends withL
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Instruction before an M.R.I.” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 20, 2026 as 56-Across. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with L and ends with L, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Instruction before an M.R.I.” clue?+
The answer is LIESTILL (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 20, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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