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In A Scanty Way Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is THINLY which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: THINLY

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344%6 Son in scanty clothing — scanty, indeed

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "THINLY" which means:

    adverb
  • • Without force or sincere effort
  • • Without viscosity
  • • In a small quantity or extent
  • • In a widely distributed manner

An example sentence would be:

  • • "She thinly spread butter on her toast."
  • • "He carved the roast beef thinly."

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New York Times13 Apr 1990 Down 7
New York Times05 Mar 1986 Down 35
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