Tests the waters, in a way Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, June 4, 2004 · 26-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, June 4, 2004.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · June 4, 2004 · 26-Across · 5 letters
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walk (through relatively shallow water); "Can we wade across the river to the other side?"; "Wade the pond"
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