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NYT Daily • August 31, 2025

Unruly, as a beard

Answer:

SCRAGGY

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

Unruly, as a beard" describes something wild or messy in appearance, which fits "scraggy" perfectly. The word itself sounds a bit rough and untamed, matching the idea of an overgrown, shaggy beard. It’s a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay—just a vivid adjective for something that looks unkempt or jagged. Think of a beard that hasn’t seen a trim in months.

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