Crossword clue

“Sluglike creature known for its soft, water-repellent skin”

This clue appeared as 26-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The answer has 10 letters.

Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance

VELVETWORM

Letters10

Starts withV

Ends withM

Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Oct 3, 202610 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Sluglike creature known for its soft, water-repellent skin” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 3, 2026 as 26-Down. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with V and ends with M, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Sluglike creature known for its soft, water-repellent skin” clue?+

The answer is VELVETWORM (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 3, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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