In a foxy way

Latest answer — September 19, 2026

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Clue explained

SLYLY is the adverb meaning “in a foxy,” crafty, or cunning way. The repeated Y ending supplies the adverbial form of SLY.

Clue type:
Word form
A fox with an alert, crafty-looking expression.

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This clue's Saturday, September 19, 2026 appearance

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The answer to In a foxy way in the LA Times crossword is SLYLY — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times crossword on September 19, 2026, a Saturday puzzle, at 12-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

In a foxy way” answer

SLYLY (5 letters)

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What does SLYLY mean?

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(adverb)

  • in a cunning and deceitful or manipulative manner

When else has “In a foxy way” appeared?

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September 19, 2026 (most recent) SLYLY. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “In a foxy way”?

The answer is SLYLY, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times crossword on September 19, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “In a foxy way”?

5 letters: SLYLY.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the LA Times crossword on September 19, 2026 (a Saturday puzzle), at 12-Down.

Can “In a foxy way” have a different answer?

Yes — LA Times sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

Where can I find the rest of this day's LA Times answers?

The full grid for September 19, 2026 is on the LA Times answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.

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