“Duck known for its insulating feathers” crossword clue
Answer
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•••••EIDER
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EIDER is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Duck known for its insulating feathers”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 23, 2026, where it runs at 56 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
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