“Like hedgehogs and cacti” crossword clue
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•••••SPINY
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SPINY is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Like hedgehogs and cacti”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 24, 2026, where it runs at 10 Down 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
Mar 24, 2026 grid10AGo on a spree, maybe4 ltrs›16A"Escape (The ___ Colada Song)" (last Billboard #1 hit of the 1970s)4 ltrs›17A"The Last Supper" painter15 ltrs›22ASign at the start of a maze5 ltrs›25A___-bitsy4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Mar 24, 20261AIt may be found at the end of the line4 ltrs›5AOne-on-one clashes in "Hamilton"5 ltrs›14AJust chillin'4 ltrs›15AFury5 ltrs›20ASaul Goodman's field in "Better Call Saul"3 ltrs›21ARefs' ring rulings4 ltrs›23ATie score4 ltrs›27A"The Luncheon" painter11 ltrs›
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