Expression where something is described as if it really is what it merely resembles Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Expression where something is described as if it really is what it merely resembles . 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.

Love the NYT Mini? Try our Mini.

Fresh puzzles every day, no paywall.

See results below advertisement

Crossword Answer For Expression where something is described as if it really is what it merely resembles:

You can click on thetiles to reveal letter by letter before uncovering the full solution.

advertisement

40 Potential Answers:

RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% METAPHOR Expression where something is described as if it really is what it merely resembles (8)
3% ONLY Merely (4) The Telegraph Quick Oct 14, 2025
2% COVET Really want (5) The Telegraph Plusword Nov 5, 2025
2% EENSY Really little (5) Wall Street Journal Nov 4, 2025
2% INANE Really dumb (5) Wall Street Journal Nov 1, 2025
2% EARNS Isn't merely given, perhaps (5) The Washington Post Mini Oct 30, 2025
2% INAWE Really wowed (5) Thomas Joseph Oct 29, 2025
2% GLOVED Working at last, really enjoyed having something on hand (6) The Times Cryptic Oct 28, 2025
2% EATAT Really rankle (5) Wall Street Journal Oct 27, 2025
2% ATEAT Really bothered (5) Universal Oct 26, 2025
Expression where something is described as if it really is what it merely resembles Crossword Clue
Stay up-to-date with our updates!
Explore your favorite daily puzzles and get quick tips, find missing answers to complete your crossword.
CW alt logo

Fresh Clues From Recent Puzzles

Your Crossword Clues FAQ Guide

We found 40 solutions for Expression where something is described as if it really is what it merely resembles. The top solutions are determined by popularity, ratings and frequency of searches. The most likely answer for the clue is METAPHOR.

With crossword-solver.io you will find 40 solutions. We use historic puzzles to find the best matches for your question. We add many new clues on a daily basis.

With our crossword solver search engine you have access to over 7 million clues. You can narrow down the possible answers by specifying the number of letters it contains. We found more than 40 answers for Expression where something is described as if it really is what it merely resembles.