Across clue · May 25, 2026

Metaphor for a plan that may collapse at any moment

LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Monday, May 25, 2026.

"Metaphor for a plan that may collapse at any moment"

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HOUSEOFCARDS

12 letters · 5 vowels · 7 consonants

Letter analysis

12-letter answer

Letters

12

total length

Vowels

5

A E I O U

Unique

10

distinct letters

Direction

Across

in the grid

About this clue

The clue "Metaphor for a plan that may collapse at any moment" in the LA Times Crossword for Monday, May 25, 2026 resolves to HOUSEOFCARDS, a 12-letter answer.

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