NYT Crossword · 42 Down
“It carries a shell” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, February 26, 2014 as 42 Down. The answer has 5 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Wednesday, February 26, 2014 · 42 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “It carries a shell”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with S and ends with L, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “It carries a shell” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 26, 2014, at 42 Down.
What is the answer to the “It carries a shell” crossword clue?
The answer is SNAIL (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.