Loses some hair, e.g. Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, July 3, 2026 · 15-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, July 3, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 3, 2026 · 15-Across · 5 letters
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cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; "our dog sheds every Spring"
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