This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 19, 2025 (8 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 7 squares
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S _ _ _ _ _ L
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SNORKEL as a word: (underwater diving) A hollow tube, held in the mouth, or mounted on and opening into a diving mask, used by swimmers for breathing underwater; To use a snorkel.
SNORKEL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 19, 2025.
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