NYT Midi Crossword · 25-Across · 4 letters

Traditional stories NYT Midi Crossword clue

Editorially reviewed August 26, 2026

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Use a four-letter collective noun for inherited cultural tales and knowledge.

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Answer

LORE

Why it fits

LORE collectively describes traditional stories and knowledge handed down across generations.

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What narrows the clue

The plural idea is represented by a collective four-letter noun.

Answer meaning

Lore is a body of traditional knowledge, beliefs, and stories passed through a community.

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25-Across in NYT Midi Crossword puzzle for August 26, 2026.

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