This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
F _ _ _ _
First and last letters
F _ _ _ E
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FABLE as a word: A fictitious narrative intended to enforce some useful truth or precept, usually with animals, etc. as characters; an apologue. Prototypically, Aesop's Fables; Any story told to excite wonder; common talk; the theme of talk.
FABLE has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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