NYT Crossword · 36 Down
“This might be stuffed inside a shell” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, July 26, 2026 as 36 Down. The answer has 7 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 · Sunday, July 26, 2026 · 36 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “This might be stuffed inside a shell”?
The answer has 7 letters. It starts with R and ends with A, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “This might be stuffed inside a shell” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 36 Down.
What is the answer to the “This might be stuffed inside a shell” crossword clue?
The answer is RICOTTA (7 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.