“Invented something, say” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.LIED is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Invented something, say”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 30, 2026, where it runs at 17 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.