Crossword clue
“Four-___ (like some shells)”
This clue appeared as 2-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 11, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
OAREDLetters5
Starts withO
Ends withD
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Four-___ (like some shells)” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 11, 2025 as 2-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with D, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Four-___ (like some shells)” clue?+
The answer is OARED (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 11, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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