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Author of the story collections "The Little Disturbances of Man" (1959) and "Enormous Changes at the Last Minute" (1974) (crossword clue)

10 squares · NYT Crossword · October 17, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, October 17, 2026 (53 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

Answer length: 10 squares

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GRACEPALEY

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