Metaphor, allegory or analogy for example Crossword Clue

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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Metaphor, allegory or analogy for example last seen in Guardian Speedy 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 9 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is SYMBOLISM.

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% SYMBOLISM Metaphor, allegory or analogy for example (9) The Guardian Speedy Jan 10, 2021
6% APOLOG Analog of an allegory (6)
5% PLATO "Allegory of the Cave" philosopher (5) New York Times Mini Nov 22, 2025
5% NOD Approval metaphor (3) Newsday Nov 22, 2025
5% TONGUE Metaphorical wagger (6) Newsday Nov 20, 2025
5% REINS Metaphor for control (5) LA Times Daily Nov 15, 2025
5% DODO Obsolescence metaphor (4) Newsday Nov 15, 2025
5% MINUTEMARK Notch on an analog watch (10) LA Times Daily Nov 12, 2025
5% ISTO Analogy part (4) LA Times Daily Nov 11, 2025
5% LIP Disrespect metaphor (3) Newsday Oct 18, 2025

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