Origin stories, e.g.

Editorially verified for the Aug 13, 2026

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An illustrated book or scene representing traditional origin stories

Clue explained

LORE means a body of traditional stories or knowledge, so origin stories are examples of lore. The “e.g.” marks the clue as an example rather than a complete definition.

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This clue's Thursday, August 13, 2026 appearance

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Across

  1. 1Like flamingos and cherry blossoms
  2. 5Hawaiian island visible from Maui's west shore
  3. 6Planet's path
  4. 7Short Instagram video
  5. 8Break off, as a relationship

Down

  1. 1( or ), for short
  2. 2Where Mother's Day breakfast might be served
  3. 3Tiny thing to paint
  4. 4First-aid container
  5. 5Origin stories, e.g.

The answer to “Origin stories, e.g.” in the New York Times Mini crossword is LORE — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on August 13, 2026 at 5-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Origin stories, e.g.” answer

LORE (4 letters)

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What does LORE mean?

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(noun)

  • a body of traditions and knowledge on a subject or held by a particular group, typically passed from person to person by word of mouth

When else has “Origin stories, e.g.” appeared?

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August 13, 2026 (most recent) → LORE. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Origin stories, e.g.”?

The answer is LORE, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on August 13, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Origin stories, e.g.”?

4 letters: LORE.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the New York Times Mini crossword on August 13, 2026, at 5-Down.

Can “Origin stories, e.g.” have a different answer?

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