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Flaky Rock Crossword Clue
There are 2 exact and 146 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SHALE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SHALE
Updated: November 7, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SHALE" which means:
- noun
- • A sedimentary rock formed by the deposition of successive layers of clay verb
- • To take off the shell or coat of.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The shale formation extends for miles beneath the surface."
- • "Fracking involves breaking apart shale to extract natural gas."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times08 Nov 2023 | Down 55 | |
| New York Times25 Feb 2001 | Down 112 | |
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10 Mar 2002 | New York Times / 10 Mar 2002 |
7 | Thin, flaky scales or fragments of a mineral or rock |
