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In need of a shave NYT Crossword Clue

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Clue History: In need of a shave

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Answer Letters Puzzle
Answer WHISKERY
Letters 8
Puzzle 7 Little Words - August 26 2026
Answer HAIRY
Letters 5
Puzzle NYT Mini Crossword - January 5 2026
Answer SCRUFFY
Letters 7
Puzzle 7 Little Words - July 17 2025
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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "In need of a shave" is HAIRY.
The clue 'In need of a shave' suggests something that has grown too much hair, making it time for grooming. 'Hairy' describes something covered with hair, which would indeed be in need of a shave.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on January 05, 2026.
Hairy: Covered with hair or having a lot of hair.
like a yak, Covered in fur, Like a perilous situation, Sticky, as a situation, Whiskered

The answer to “In need of a shave” in the New York Times Mini puzzle January 5 2026 is HAIRY. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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