Mischievous creature of folklore Crossword Clue
3 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, July 5, 2022 · 39-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, July 5, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 5, 2022 · 39-Across · 3 letters
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(folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous
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