"Every ___ and fairy sprite / Hop as light as bird from brier": Shak. Crossword Clue
3 letters · New York Times · Friday, May 23, 2025 · 40-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, May 23, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 23, 2025 · 40-Across · 3 letters
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(folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous
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