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Dries out, as lips – Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue “Dries out, as lips” is CHAPS (5 letters). Most recently CHAPS, in the NYT Mini on May 3, 2026.

AnswerLettersPattern
CHAPS5C____

What CHAPS means

  1. nouna boy or man
  2. nouna long narrow depression in a surface
  3. nouna crack in a lip caused usually by cold

Where this clue appeared

DatePuzzleAnswer
May 3, 2026NYT Mini 1DCHAPS

Other clues for CHAPS

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FAQ

What is the answer to “Dries out, as lips”?

CHAPS (5 letters). Most recently CHAPS, on May 3, 2026 in the NYT Mini.

How many letters is the answer to “Dries out, as lips”?

5 letters, starting with C (C____).