“Precious self-reference” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.LITTLEOLME is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Precious self-reference”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 16, 2026, where it runs at 18 Across and fills 10 squares. It crosses 10 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have. This exact clue has run 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on May 16, 2026.
Crossing entries
May 16, 2026 grid5DTakes off6 ltrs›6DWind pipe?5 ltrs›7DBlight3 ltrs›8DGetting a break on Broadway?9 ltrs›9DMedleys8 ltrs›10DMarriott property with the slogan "Whatever Whenever"6 ltrs›11DTriumphs smoothly5 ltrs›12D___ Brickowski ("The Lego Movie" protagonist)5 ltrs›13D"What this country ___ …"5 ltrs›16DCertain volleyballer6 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
May 16, 2026NYT Crossword18 Across••••••••••LITTLEOLMEMay 16, 2026NYT Crossword18 Across••••••••••LITTLEOLMEBack to the full May 16, 2026 answer list, or browse the puzzle archive.