NYT Mini · 6-Across · 5 letters
Like the skin of snakes and fish NYT Mini crossword clue
Editorially reviewed August 21, 2026
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Meaning cue
Use a five-letter adjective formed from the noun for the small plates covering these animals.
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Why it fits
Snakes and most fish have scales covering their skin, so the five-letter adjective SCALY describes the shared surface quality.
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The opening word “Like” asks for an adjective describing both animals' skin.
Answer meaning
Scaly means covered with, resembling, or having scales.
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6-Across in NYT Mini puzzle for August 21, 2026.
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