Familiar narrative device Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 53-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, September 21, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 21, 2026 · 53-Down · 5 letters
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