Answer:

saltish

Answer	Crossword Clue
SALTISH	Not quite fresh, as water
SALTISH	Brackish.
SALTISH	Somewhat briny.

SALTISH	Suggestive of brine.
SALTISH	Cured, somewhat
SALTISH	A bit briny

Crossword

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