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Metaphor for control

Last seen in LA Times Daily Crossword November 15, 2025 Answers

Stuck on "Metaphor for control" from the LA Times Daily Crossword crossword? This clue was published on November 15, 2025 and we've identified 149 potential answers by searching our collection of crossword solutions. REINS (5 letters) leads the pack at 99% confidence. See all ranked answers in the table below.

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149 Other Potential Answers

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REINS
Metaphor for control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 15, 2025
8%
BODEGACAT
Feline that helps control pests in a store
LA Times Daily Crossword · Sep 15, 2026
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AMOK
Wildly out of control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 9, 2026
8%
NETNANNY
Parental control software
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jun 17, 2026
8%
NASA
Mission control org.
Universal Crossword · Apr 13, 2026
8%
MICROMANAGER
*One who's overly concerned with pain control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 20, 2026
8%
TAME
Get under control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 14, 2026
8%
TEETH
Enforceability metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 14, 2026
8%
UNRULIER
Harder to control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 8, 2026
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MONOPOLIES
Companies that have exclusive control of a market
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 3, 2026
8%
IUD
Birth control option: Abbr.
Universal Crossword · Feb 16, 2026
8%
STIFFUPPERLIP
*Composure metaphor in a P.G. Wodehouse title
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 25, 2026
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DIETER
One on girth control?
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 18, 2026
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TAMES
Brings under control
Universal Crossword · Jan 18, 2026
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TESLA
Remote control inventor Nikola
Universal Crossword · Nov 22, 2025
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GEL
Frizz control product
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 16, 2025
8%
INVISIBLEHAND
Economic metaphor introduced by Adam Smith ... or what can be seen four times in this puzzle?
Universal Crossword · Oct 10, 2025
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ORKIN
Pest control brand
Universal Crossword · Oct 4, 2025
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IRONRULE
Totalitarian control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 28, 2025
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MINISPLITS
Zoned climate control options, and what this puzzle's circled letters form
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 27, 2025
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SELF
__-control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 22, 2025
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HELM
Vessel control post
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 3, 2025
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GOATRODEO
Out of control situation
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 27, 2025
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TAMED
Under control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 13, 2025
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REINEDIN
Tried to control, as a horse
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jun 23, 2025
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RADAR
Air traffic control system
Universal Crossword · Jun 15, 2025
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OAR
Crew's control?
Universal Crossword · May 6, 2025
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IUDS
Some birth control devices, for short
Universal Crossword · May 4, 2025
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SILO
Farm building used as a metaphor for poor internal communication
Universal Crossword · Apr 13, 2025
8%
SPINE
Body part that's a metaphor for courage
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 10, 2025
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CARDIGAN
Taylor Swift hit that features a sweater metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 5, 2025
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INHAND
Under control
Universal Crossword · Jan 10, 2025
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HVAC
Temperature control syst.
Universal Crossword · Jan 1, 2025
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ONTOPOFIT
Completely in control
Universal Crossword · Dec 28, 2024
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VOLUME
Remote control adjustment
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 17, 2024
8%
PEASOUP
Thick 4-Across metaphor
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 11, 2024
8%
FLEWOFFTHEHANDLE
*Lost control of one's emotions
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 27, 2024
8%
GOINTOATAILSPIN
Lose control (... letters 5-9 without 6)
Universal Crossword · Oct 23, 2024
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REIN
Animal control?
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 19, 2024
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MEN
They're from Mars, in a metaphor
Universal Crossword · Sep 30, 2024
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STRATEGO
Board game where players control Napoleonic troops
Universal Crossword · Aug 20, 2024
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STORM
Marvel superhero who can control the weather
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 8, 2024
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TILLER
Rudder control
Universal Crossword · Jun 26, 2024
8%
PEI
Architect who designed air traffic control towers for the FAA in the 1960s
LA Times Daily Crossword · Apr 26, 2024
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BLEWOPEN
Took control of, as a competition
LA Times Daily Crossword · Apr 7, 2024
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SPINDOCTOR
Damage control pro
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 23, 2024
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ANTIDOTE
Poison control?
Universal Crossword · Feb 12, 2024
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PLAN
___ B (birth control pill)
Universal Crossword · Feb 11, 2024
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OUTOFHAND
Beyond control
Eugene Sheffer Crossword · Jan 5, 2024
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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
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RESTEASY
"Relax, it's under control"
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 12, 2023
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SKIDS
Loses control on the ice
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 15, 2023
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SERVOS
Electronic control mechanisms, briefly
LA Times Daily Crossword · Sep 24, 2023
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STEERED
Took control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 29, 2023
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KNOB
Etch A Sketch control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 18, 2023
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SNAP
Lose control, in a way
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 11, 2023
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UNRULY
Hard to control
Thomas Joseph Crossword · Jun 15, 2023
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STRAWMATS
Erosion control supply
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 13, 2023
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CEDE
Give up control of
Universal Crossword · May 13, 2023
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TRAPS
Pest control devices
Universal Crossword · May 12, 2023
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STY
Mess metaphor
Universal Crossword · Apr 10, 2023
8%
TAKESOVER
Assumes control of
Eugene Sheffer Crossword · Mar 31, 2023
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RUNAWAY
Out of control
Thomas Joseph Crossword · Feb 23, 2023
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GAS
Energy source, or an energy metaphor
Universal Crossword · Dec 20, 2022
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BADPR
Reason for celeb damage control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 20, 2022
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SKID
Lose control on a wet road
Universal Crossword · Nov 18, 2022
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AMDIAL
Radio control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 12, 2022
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FADER
Sound mixer’s control
Thomas Joseph Crossword · Nov 5, 2022
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PILL
Form of birth control
Universal Crossword · Oct 14, 2022
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RCA
Remote control brand
Universal Crossword · Oct 11, 2022
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BATS
Mammals that save U.S. farmers billions in pest control
Universal Crossword · Oct 2, 2022
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PEST
__ control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 1, 2022
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RAGING
Out of control, like a fire
Universal Crossword · Sep 13, 2022
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DOMINATE
Exercise control over
Universal Crossword · Aug 18, 2022
8%
SPINDOCTORS
Damage control experts
Universal Crossword · Aug 6, 2022
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GINGERSNAPS
Dancer Rogers loses control?
Premier Sunday Crossword · Jul 24, 2022
8%
PANEL
Word after "solar" or "control"
Universal Crossword · Jul 17, 2022
8%
SIRI
Assistant who can control HomeKit accessories
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 16, 2022
8%
SOFA
Seat that may swallow the remote control
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 5, 2022
8%
DAUGHTEROFZION
Biblical metaphor for Jerusalem [Utah]
Premier Sunday Crossword · Jul 3, 2022
8%
INCHECK
Under control
Universal Crossword · Jun 22, 2022
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FCC
TV controller?
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 14, 2026
1%
DOORS
Opportunities, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 10, 2026
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BODYTEMPERATURE
*Internal setting controlled by thermoregulation
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 4, 2026
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WII
Game system with Nunchuk controllers
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jun 30, 2026
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ASEA
Lost, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 19, 2026
1%
IRIS
Eye's light controller
Universal Crossword · Apr 10, 2026
1%
LOOSECANNON
Uncontrollable person (... letters 7-4)
Universal Crossword · Apr 7, 2026
1%
TOTALNOOBS
Gamers who don't even know the controls
Universal Crossword · Jan 3, 2026
1%
FARMRAISED
Like food products grown in controlled environments
Universal Crossword · Nov 3, 2025
1%
THIRDRAIL
Topic to avoid, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 28, 2025
1%
LIONSDEN
Hostile place, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Oct 5, 2025
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STRUGGLEBUS
Bumpy ride, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 5, 2025
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NORTHSTAR
Guiding principle, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jul 4, 2025
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LENS
Perspective, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 30, 2025
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GAMECONSOLES
*Entertainment systems sold with controllers
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 27, 2025
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RAGES
Spreads uncontrollably
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 16, 2025
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GAMEPAD
Wii U controller, e.g.
Universal Crossword · Feb 14, 2025
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DRONES
Remote-controlled flyers
Universal Crossword · Feb 2, 2025
1%
SPRINGCHICKEN
Young person, metaphorically
Eugene Sheffer Crossword · Feb 1, 2025
1%
TOE
Little piggy, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Jan 28, 2025
1%
LEVER
Digger controller
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 29, 2024
1%
TIGHTROPE
Precarious situation, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Dec 14, 2024
1%
WIIMOTE
Motion-sensing Nintendo controller
Universal Crossword · Dec 9, 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
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MICE
Cursor controllers
Universal Crossword · Oct 15, 2024
1%
RAGEON
Continue, as an uncontrolled fire
Thomas Joseph Crossword · Oct 10, 2024
1%
PACKRATER
Quality-control inspector at a knapsack factory?
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 4, 2024
1%
RANRAMPANT
Started spreading uncontrollably
Universal Crossword · Sep 21, 2024
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DPADS
Thumb-operated controls
LA Times Daily Crossword · Sep 20, 2024
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EGO
Id's controller
Universal Crossword · Aug 20, 2024
1%
DRONE
Remote-controlled flier
LA Times Daily Crossword · Aug 11, 2024
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MINE
Gold ___ (metaphoric treasure trove)
Universal Crossword · Jul 25, 2024
1%
HATS
Roles, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Jun 4, 2024
1%
BLUEMOON
Rare occasion, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Mar 25, 2024
1%
DJHERO
Video game with a turntable-shaped controller
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 24, 2024
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WINEVAULT
Temperature-controlled storage for bottles
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 12, 2024
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ATSEA
Lost, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Mar 10, 2024
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IDEA
Lightbulb, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Feb 27, 2024
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WRIST
Slap on the ___ (metaphorical small punishment)
Universal Crossword · Feb 11, 2024
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WETNOODLE
Person who's no fun, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Feb 11, 2024
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EPIDEMIC
Uncontrolled outbreak
Premier Sunday Crossword · Feb 4, 2024
1%
DONTGETCARRIEDAWAY
“Maintain self-control!”
Premier Sunday Crossword · Jan 21, 2024
1%
STEELTRAP
Good memory, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 10, 2024
1%
WHAMMYBAR
Feature of a Guitar Hero controller
Universal Crossword · Dec 20, 2023
1%
ANARMANDALEG
High price to pay, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Dec 20, 2023
1%
SMARTLIGHTS
Bulbs controlled with phone apps
Premier Sunday Crossword · Dec 10, 2023
1%
ROT
Corruption, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 12, 2023
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DEREG
Removal of govt. controls
Premier Sunday Crossword · Oct 22, 2023
1%
NPC
Video game figure not controlled by a human: Abbr.
LA Times Daily Crossword · Oct 18, 2023
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CAREERPATHS
Ways up a metaphorical ladder
Universal Crossword · Oct 7, 2023
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BLIP
Jet, to an air traffic controller
Universal Crossword · Aug 6, 2023
1%
BOSSY
Too controlling
Universal Crossword · Jun 26, 2023
1%
THINICE
Literal and metaphorical danger spot
LA Times Daily Crossword · May 7, 2023
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SOTOSPEAK
"... you know, metaphorically"
Universal Crossword · Apr 22, 2023
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CRAW
Sticking point, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Mar 19, 2023
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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
1%
PANIC
Uncontrolled fear
Thomas Joseph Crossword · Jan 23, 2023
1%
RUST
Lack of practice, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 13, 2023
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LEPER
Social outcast, metaphorically
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 25, 2022
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DAM
Flood-control structure
LA Times Daily Crossword · Nov 7, 2022
1%
FRENETIC
Wildly uncontrolled
Universal Crossword · Nov 4, 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
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TESTEDTHEWATERS
Dipped a toe in, metaphorically or literally
Universal Crossword · Jul 2, 2022
1%
FLOCK
Congregation, metaphorically
Universal Crossword · Jun 21, 2022

Clues for LA Times Daily Crossword on November 15, 2025

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How many possible solutions does "Metaphor for control" have?
We found 1 exact solution and 149 total potential answers including similar clues. The most likely answer is REINS (5 letters).
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The best answer for "Metaphor for control" is REINS with 5 letters. This answer has a 99% confidence rating based on our database of crossword solutions.
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This clue has appeared 1 time in our database. It has been featured in LA Times Daily Crossword. It was last seen in the LA Times Daily Crossword on November 15, 2025.
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