Crossword clue
“Like hedgehogs and cacti”
This clue appeared as 10-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SPINYLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Like hedgehogs and cacti” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 24, 2026 as 10-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with Y, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Like hedgehogs and cacti” clue?+
The answer is SPINY (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 24, 2026.
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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