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| 2 | 39% | 9 | Avian gland that secretes oil for feather preening | |
| 3 | 31% | 6 | Preening bird, maybe | |
Avian Preening Aid Crossword Clue
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TALON which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TALON
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "TALON" which means:
- noun
- • A sharp hooked claw especially on a bird of prey
An example sentence would be:
- • "The eagle's talon tightly gripped its prey."
- • "The owl extended its sharp talons to catch its prey."
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| New York Times20 Jan 1994 | Down 53 | |
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