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Recurring Melody Crossword Clue
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MOTIF which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MOTIF
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "MOTIF" which means:
- noun
- • A design or figure that consists of recurring shapes or colors, as in architecture or decoration
- • A theme that is repeated or elaborated in a piece of music
- • A unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work
An example sentence would be:
- • "The recurring motif in the novel is the symbol of a rose."
- • "The filmmaker used the motif of water throughout the movie to represent purification."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times11 May 2010 | Across 19 | |
| New York Times01 Jun 2003 | Down 3 | |
| New York Times17 May 2000 | Down 30 | |
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