Crossword hints & answer
Friday, June 26 · Every clue and answer for today's Crossword (#177) — hints first, then the full key.
Hints
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Hint 1+
There are 7 clues in today's Crossword.
Hint 2+
“Sandy stretch” starts with “B” (5 letters).
Hint 3+
“It rolls to shore” starts with “W” (4 letters).
Hint 4+
“You hold it to your ear” starts with “S” (5 letters).
Hint 5+
The answers interlock — a tricky clue often cracks once a crossing letter is in.
The answer
Today's Crossword answers: BEACH, WAVE, SHELL, CRAB, TIDE, SALT, SAND.
Show the answer →Today’s answer
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Sandy stretch | BEACH |
| It rolls to shore | WAVE |
| You hold it to your ear | SHELL |
| Sideways scuttler | CRAB |
| In and out, twice a day | TIDE |
| What the sea tastes of | SALT |
| Castle material | SAND |
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What is today's Crossword answer?+
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