Sharp fingernail, humorously Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Thursday, December 4, 2025 · 62-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, December 4, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 4, 2025 · 62-Across · 5 letters
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a sharp hooked claw especially on a bird of prey
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