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Like the skin of snakes and fish (crossword clue)

5 squares · Mini Crossword · August 21, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, August 21, 2026 (6 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

Answer length: 5 squares

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S _ _ _ Y

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SCALY as a word: Covered or abounding with scales; Composed of scales lying over each other.

SCALY has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 4, 2026.

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