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Tale as old as time NYT Crossword Clue

13D | 6 letters

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LEGEND

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Why This Answer Fits

LEGEND is the 6-letter answer for "Tale as old as time" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 13D help confirm the exact spelling.

Grid entry: LEGEND in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
This is Down at 13D, so use the Across crossings to confirm LEGEND.
LEGEND has 6 letters, matching the required slot for 13D.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 6-letter synonym or phrase.

How to solve it

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Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 6 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 6-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 6 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 13D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 13D

Answer length 6

Puzzle type Daily

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Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Down at 13D, so use the Across crossings to confirm LEGEND.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 6 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Clue History

April 26, 2026 Daily / 13D / 6 letters

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