Earthy deposits by a river NYT Crossword Clue
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NYT Crossword January 5 2026 Answers
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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Earthy deposits by a river" is SILTS.
The clue refers to 'earthy deposits' which are typically fine particles like sand, clay, or mud that accumulate by a river. 'Silts' are specifically these fine sediments deposited by water, especially in riverbeds or deltas.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on January 05, 2026.
Silts are fine particles of earth, such as sand or clay, deposited by water.
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The answer to “Earthy deposits by a river” in the New York Times puzzle January 5 2026 is SILTS. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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