“Words to live by” crossword clue
Answer
M
O
T
T
O
•••••MOTTO
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MOTTO is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Words to live by”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 5, 2025, where it runs at 6 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 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 5, 2025.
Crossing entries
May 5, 2025 grid6DThe "M" of T.M.I.4 ltrs›7DGovt. org. known for its constructive criticism?4 ltrs›8DFeeling while walking in a desert6 ltrs›9DReligious pillars6 ltrs›10DUnrefined metal3 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Feb 9, 2026NYT Crossword48 Down•••••CREEDMay 5, 2025NYT Crossword6 Across•••••MOTTOOther answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index•••••MOTTO5 ltrs
•••••CREED5 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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