Crossword clue
“Stories passed down by word of mouth”
This clue appeared as 40-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
LORELetters4
Starts withL
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Stories passed down by word of mouth” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 14, 2025 as 40-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with L and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Stories passed down by word of mouth” clue?+
The answer is LORE (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 14, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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