Crossword clue
“Figuratively speaking”
This clue appeared as 14-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, September 18, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
SOTOSAYLetters7
Starts withS
Ends withY
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Figuratively speaking” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 18, 2026 as 14-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with S and ends with Y, 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 “Figuratively speaking” clue?+
The answer is SOTOSAY (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 18, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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