The scavengers of the Earth's food chain eat the flesh of dead animals. The clue 'Meat eaten by scavengers' in the August 10 NYT Mini Crossword tests your knowledge of their eating habits.
NYT The Mini Crossword January 7, 2024
You don't need a PhD in biology to guess the word, but don't worry if you don't come across it in your everyday conversations: we have some clues for you that can help you guess the answer to this clue.
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“CARRION” is the answer to one question, and the word is used to describe the flesh of a dead animal, which is spoiled and not fit for human consumption. According to Merriam-Webster, a carrion is “dead and rotting flesh.” The clue here is also a play on words, as the “fare” refers to airline carry-on baggage fees, which sounds the same as the word “carrion.”
