NYT Crossword · 20 Down
“It has a shell” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, December 19, 1997 as 20 Down. The answer has 3 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 · Friday, December 19, 1997 · 20 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “It has a shell”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with P and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “It has a shell” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 19, 1997, at 20 Down.
What is the answer to the “It has a shell” crossword clue?
The answer is PIE (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.