SpongeBob's boss, for one

Answer:

CRAB

Hint:

This ten-legged sea creature is known for its sideways walk and is often found in a hard shell, especially near a certain underwater grill.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Mr. Krabs, the money-loving crab who owns the Krusty Krab in SpongeBob SquarePants. The answer is "CRAB" because it’s both his species and a shortened version of his name. The "for one" hints that he’s just one example of a crab, keeping the answer broad but fitting.

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