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Metaphor for a potential crisis

Last seen in Universal Crossword September 16, 2021 Answers

"Metaphor for a potential crisis" is a crossword clue we last spotted in the Universal Crossword puzzle on September 16, 2021. We have 147 possible answers in our records from crosswords published across multiple sources. The leading solution is LANDMINE with 8 letters and a 99% confidence score, making it the most likely correct answer.

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147 Other Potential Answers

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LANDMINE
Metaphor for a potential crisis
Universal Crossword · Sep 16, 2021
5%
TEETH
Enforceability metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 14, 2026
5%
BADVIBES
Energy crisis?
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 28, 2026
5%
STIFFUPPERLIP
*Composure metaphor in a P.G. Wodehouse title
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 25, 2026
5%
INVISIBLEHAND
Economic metaphor introduced by Adam Smith ... or what can be seen four times in this puzzle?
Universal Crossword · Oct 10, 2025
5%
SLEEPINGGIANTS
They have unrealized potential
Universal Crossword · Aug 24, 2025
5%
DUMA
Legislative body reestablished after the 1993 Russian constitutional crisis
LA Times Daily Crossword · Apr 26, 2025
5%
SILO
Farm building used as a metaphor for poor internal communication
Universal Crossword · Apr 13, 2025
5%
CVS
Docs sent to potential employers
LA Times Daily Crossword · Apr 4, 2025
5%
SPINE
Body part that's a metaphor for courage
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 10, 2025
5%
CARDIGAN
Taylor Swift hit that features a sweater metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 5, 2025
5%
PEASOUP
Thick 4-Across metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 11, 2024
5%
MEN
They're from Mars, in a metaphor
Universal Crossword · Sep 30, 2024
5%
MIDLIFE
Period for an age-related crisis, it's said
Universal Crossword · Apr 26, 2024
5%
UNTAPPED
Like some potential
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 30, 2023
5%
POPE
"Scandal" crisis manager Olivia
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 13, 2023
5%
ACNE
Oil crisis?
Universal Crossword · Dec 12, 2023
5%
SINKORSWIM
Success-versus-failure metaphor, and what can be found at the starts of the answers to the starred clues
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 13, 2023
5%
CATCH
Good potential partner
Universal Crossword · Sep 26, 2023
5%
COOLHEAD
Asset during a crisis
Universal Crossword · Aug 30, 2023
5%
STY
Mess metaphor
Universal Crossword · Apr 10, 2023
5%
NOOFFENSE
Comment after a potential insult
Premier Sunday Crossword · Mar 26, 2023
5%
GRANDJURY
Body that investigates potential criminal conduct
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 22, 2023
5%
GAS
Energy source, or an energy metaphor
Universal Crossword · Dec 20, 2022
5%
WHOAMI
Question in an identity crisis
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 27, 2022
5%
AVERTED
Prevented, as a crisis
Universal Crossword · Nov 7, 2022
5%
SUBPRIMEMORTGAGES
Contributors to the 2007-08 financial crisis
Premier Sunday Crossword · Nov 6, 2022
5%
LEVELHEADED
Good in a crisis ... or like each starred clue's answer, based on its first word?
Universal Crossword · Oct 31, 2022
5%
HAS
___ promise (shows potential)
Universal Crossword · Sep 4, 2022
5%
DAUGHTEROFZION
Biblical metaphor for Jerusalem [Utah]
Premier Sunday Crossword · Jul 3, 2022
5%
ENEI
Dept. formed after the 1977 oil crisis
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jun 19, 2022
5%
SARDINECAN
Rush hour metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Apr 16, 2022
5%
ABOWLOFCHERRIES
*Dish that's a metaphor for life?
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 6, 2022
5%
FIG
Worthlessness metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 4, 2022
5%
NAVALEMBARGO
Cuban missile crisis strategy
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 16, 2022
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ICU
Hosp. crisis area
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 15, 2022
5%
BAILSON
Abandons in a crisis
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 3, 2022
5%
DOOR
Opportunity metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 19, 2022
5%
CESSPOOL
Corruption metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 9, 2022
5%
SAFETYNET
Insurance metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 18, 2021
5%
BEES
Half a sex-ed metaphor, with "the"
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 16, 2021
5%
TOOBIGTOFAIL
HBO drama about the 2008 financial crisis
Eugene Sheffer Crossword · Aug 30, 2021
5%
GAP
Misunderstanding metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 1, 2021
5%
UPANDCOMER
Person showing a lot of potential
Universal Crossword · Jul 14, 2021
5%
FORTHEWIN
Golf announcer's call before a potential victory putt
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jun 17, 2021
5%
FATCAT
Feline metaphor for a wealthy donor
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 17, 2021
5%
NOTCHONONESBELT
*Accessory metaphor for an accomplishment
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 10, 2021
5%
LOOSECANNON
Artillery metaphor for a volatile sort
LA Times Daily Crossword · Apr 27, 2021
5%
AVERT
Forestall, as a crisis
Universal Crossword · Mar 7, 2021
5%
SANDS
They're constantly shifting, in a metaphor
Universal Crossword · Feb 15, 2021
5%
AXE
Dismissal metaphor, with "the"
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 2, 2021
5%
MUSIC
Good news, in a metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 27, 2020
5%
ORE
Rock with potential
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 24, 2020
5%
STRAWMAN
Deliberately weak argument metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 5, 2020
5%
CHROMEDOME
Rhyming hair-loss metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 14, 2020
5%
RAGS
Half a poverty-to-wealth metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 26, 2020
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LEVELHEAD
Asset in a crisis
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 26, 2020
5%
BALLANDCHAIN
Limitation-of-freedom metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 16, 2020
5%
STEELS
Prepares (oneself), as for a crisis
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jun 14, 2020
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OYSTER
World metaphor, in Shakespeare
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 23, 2020
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PEDALTOTHEMETAL
High-speed metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 2, 2020
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THUMBS
Digits in a clumsiness metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Apr 19, 2020
5%
SARDINE
Crowded subway metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 15, 2020
5%
DRAINTHESWAMP
*Political metaphor about dealing with bureaucracy
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 26, 2020
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YEASTY
Having potential to rise
Universal Crossword · Feb 4, 2020
5%
PRIMARYCARE
Support for a potential nominee?
Universal Crossword · Nov 21, 2019
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OPIOIDS
Focus of a modern crisis
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 7, 2019
5%
BIGORANGEBALL
Sun metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 27, 2019
5%
GRAPEVINE
Fruity metaphor for a rumor mill
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 21, 2019
5%
AISLE
Word in a marriage metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 5, 2019
5%
PAPERTIGER
*Feline metaphor for an empty threat
LA Times Daily Crossword · Sep 30, 2019
5%
SUEZ
1956 crisis site
LA Times Daily Crossword · Sep 19, 2019
5%
SLICEDBREAD
"Best thing" bakery metaphor ... and a hint to each row of circles
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 19, 2019
5%
SARDINES
Rush hour metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 10, 2019
5%
LEGS
Durability metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 19, 2019
5%
LOOSELIPS
Part of a blabbing metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 4, 2019
5%
TURF
Steak metaphor seen on menus
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 13, 2019
5%
SHEETS
Hard rain metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 3, 2019
5%
BEALLYOUCANBE
"Don't settle when it comes to personal potential" (U.S. Army)
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 21, 2019
5%
LATHER
Agitation metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 11, 2019
5%
RUT
Monotony metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 6, 2019
5%
DATINGPOOL
Source of potential matches
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 10, 2018
5%
RATECUT
*Welcome news for potential borrowers
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 24, 2018
5%
DATABLE
Like potential sweethearts
Premier Sunday Crossword · Jul 22, 2018
5%
ABEAR
Tough test metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jun 24, 2018
5%
PIE
Food in a humility metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Apr 8, 2018
1%
DOORS
Opportunities, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 10, 2026
1%
ASEA
Lost, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 19, 2026
1%
THIRDRAIL
Topic to avoid, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 28, 2025
1%
LIONSDEN
Hostile place, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Oct 5, 2025
1%
STRUGGLEBUS
Bumpy ride, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 5, 2025
1%
NORTHSTAR
Guiding principle, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 4, 2025
1%
LENS
Perspective, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 30, 2025
1%
IMNOTASCIENTIST
Lead-in to a potentially unsubstantiated observation
Universal Crossword · Apr 20, 2025
1%
SPRINGCHICKEN
Young person, metaphorically
Eugene Sheffer Crossword · Feb 1, 2025
1%
THORNYQUESTIONS
Complicated and potentially sensitive subjects
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 30, 2025
1%
TOE
Little piggy, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Jan 28, 2025
1%
TIGHTROPE
Precarious situation, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Dec 14, 2024
1%
BEDOFROSES
Easy life, metaphorically (In this answer, unscramble letters 2-4)
Universal Crossword · Nov 15, 2024
1%
HOUSEOFCARDS
Precarious plan, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 21, 2024
1%
MINE
Gold ___ (metaphoric treasure trove)
Universal Crossword · Jul 25, 2024
1%
HATS
Roles, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Jun 4, 2024
1%
IRONRULE
Totalitarianism, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 5, 2024
1%
BLUEMOON
Rare occasion, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Mar 25, 2024
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ATSEA
Lost, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Mar 10, 2024
1%
IDEA
Lightbulb, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 27, 2024
1%
WETNOODLE
Person who's no fun, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Feb 11, 2024
1%
WRIST
Slap on the ___ (metaphorical small punishment)
Universal Crossword · Feb 11, 2024
1%
STEELTRAP
Good memory, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 10, 2024
1%
ANARMANDALEG
High price to pay, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 20, 2023
1%
ROT
Corruption, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 12, 2023
1%
CAREERPATHS
Ways up a metaphorical ladder
Universal Crossword · Oct 7, 2023
1%
NOTHINGPERSONAL
Lead-in to a potentially hurtful comment
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 2, 2023
1%
THINICE
Literal and metaphorical danger spot
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 7, 2023
1%
SOTOSPEAK
"... you know, metaphorically"
Universal Crossword · Apr 22, 2023
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CRAW
Sticking point, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 19, 2023
1%
COUSIN
Literal or metaphoric relative
Universal Crossword · Feb 28, 2023
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HATTIP
Gesture of recognition, physical or metaphorical
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 27, 2023
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REDINK
Business losses, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Feb 13, 2023
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RUST
Lack of practice, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 13, 2023
1%
LEPER
Social outcast, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 25, 2022
1%
ROCK
Dependable partner, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Oct 31, 2022
1%
MONALISASIMILE
Film remake heavy with art metaphors?
LA Times Daily Crossword · Sep 4, 2022
1%
TESTEDTHEWATERS
Dipped a toe in, metaphorically or literally
Universal Crossword · Jul 2, 2022
1%
FLOCK
Congregation, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Jun 21, 2022
1%
HAT
Role, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 21, 2022
1%
INAROW
Like metaphorical ducks, hopefully
Universal Crossword · Mar 17, 2022
1%
SLEEVE
Place to hide a metaphorical ace
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 21, 2022
1%
MEEK
Like a metaphorical doormat
Universal Crossword · Nov 6, 2021
1%
HELM
Leader's metaphorical spot
Universal Crossword · Oct 27, 2021
1%
RAY
Bit of hope, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Mar 5, 2021
1%
MAKEHAY
Be opportunistic, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 16, 2021
1%
TENFOOT
Like a metaphorical pole
Universal Crossword · Jan 1, 2021
1%
BOAT
Situation, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 20, 2020
1%
EAR
Attention, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Oct 18, 2020
1%
NEEDLE
Item in a metaphorical haystack
Universal Crossword · Sep 12, 2020
1%
POKE
Pig's place, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Sep 3, 2020
1%
MELTINGPOT
Heterogeneous group, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Aug 23, 2020
1%
TRIGGERWARNINGS
Alerts about potentially disturbing content
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 15, 2020
1%
HEARTH
Home, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Jul 30, 2020
1%
STAB
Attempt, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Jul 6, 2020
1%
BEAVERS
Busy ones, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Jun 12, 2020
1%
HEARTBEAT
Small amount of time, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Apr 27, 2020
1%
SEED
Little bit of doubt, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Feb 17, 2020
1%
CATFEET
Sandburg's metaphorical fog carrier
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 7, 2019
1%
MEALTICKET
Announcer's voice, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Apr 8, 2019
1%
CLOSETS
Secrecy metaphors
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jun 2, 2018

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many possible solutions does "Metaphor for a potential crisis" have?
We found 1 exact solution and 147 total potential answers including similar clues. The most likely answer is LANDMINE (8 letters).
What is the best answer for "Metaphor for a potential crisis"?
The best answer for "Metaphor for a potential crisis" is LANDMINE with 8 letters. This answer has a 99% confidence rating based on our database of crossword solutions.
Where has "Metaphor for a potential crisis" been used as a crossword clue?
This clue has appeared 2 times in our database. It has been featured in Universal Crossword, LA Times Daily Crossword. It was last seen in the Universal Crossword on September 16, 2021.
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