Search Answers
Search Crossword Answers
Some leaves are swallowed — tend to need chewing first Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Some leaves are swallowed — tend to need chewing first last seen in Times Cryptic puzzle. We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 7 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is DENTATE.
Today's Mini Crossword
Like NYT Mini, but free. Forever. No playwall. Love the NYT Mini? You'll like our free daily Mini Crossword. Fresh puzzles every day, no paywall.
Crossword Answer For Some leaves are swallowed — tend to need chewing first:
You can click on thetiles to reveal letter by letter before uncovering the full solution.
40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | DENTATE Some leaves are swallowed — tend to need chewing first | (7) | The Times Cryptic | Feb 12, 2015 |
| 6% | EAT Chew and swallow food (3) | (3) | Mirror Classic | Dec 5, 2025 |
| 6% | DARN Tend to, as some holes | (4) | New York Times | Nov 29, 2025 |
| 5% | GNAWSAT Chews on | (7) | Universal | Jan 8, 2026 |
| 5% | SWIG Large swallow | (4) | Newsday | Jan 8, 2026 |
| 5% | REBUKE Chew out | (6) | LA Times Daily | Jan 7, 2026 |
| 5% | STAINED In need of some Shout, perhaps | (7) | USA Today | Jan 6, 2026 |
| 5% | BITINTO Started chewing | (7) | Newsday | Jan 4, 2026 |
| 5% | LSD Drug needed for some trips | (3) | LA Times Daily | Jan 3, 2026 |
| 5% | INCLINED Tending to be leaning (8) | (8) | Mirror Cryptic | Jan 2, 2026 |
Last appeared together with the following clues in Times Cryptic puzzle
Fresh Clues From Recent Puzzles
Your Crossword Clues FAQ Guide
We found 40 solutions for Some leaves are swallowed — tend to need chewing first. The top solutions are determined by popularity, ratings and frequency of searches. The most likely answer for the clue is DENTATE.
With crossword-solver.io you will find 40 solutions. We use historic puzzles to find the best matches for your question. We add many new clues on a daily basis.
With our crossword solver search engine you have access to over 7 million clues. You can narrow down the possible answers by specifying the number of letters it contains. We found more than 40 answers for Some leaves are swallowed — tend to need chewing first.