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Came across a figure of speech -- this one? Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Came across a figure of speech -- this one? last seen in Telegraph Toughie puzzle. We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 8 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is METAPHOR.
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| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | METAPHOR Came across a figure of speech -- this one? | (8) | The Telegraph Toughie | Nov 4, 2020 |
| 8% | TROPES Figures of speech | (6) | Newsday | Feb 1, 2026 |
| 8% | IDIOM Figure of speech | (5) | Newsday | Dec 28, 2025 |
| 6% | EDGE One of two on a figure skating blade | (4) | USA Today | Feb 20, 2026 |
| 6% | DIDNTCUTIT Came up short | (10) | Newsday | Feb 20, 2026 |
| 6% | SERIALNUMBERS One-of-a-kind figures | (13) | New York Times | Feb 14, 2026 |
| 6% | ORATE Give a speech | (5) | Universal | Feb 13, 2026 |
| 6% | CINEMA Films came in rolls | (6) | The Telegraph Cryptic | Feb 13, 2026 |
| 6% | GEEZER One gushes in speech for man | (6) | The Telegraph Cryptic | Feb 12, 2026 |
| 6% | MET Came upon | (3) | Newsday | Feb 12, 2026 |
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