How many letters does the top answer for “the sanderling; -- so called from its cry.” have?

The most common answer is towilly (7 letters).

Crossword clue: the sanderling; -- so called from its cry.

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The sanderling; -- so called from its cry. [Prov. Eng.]

the wheather; -- so called from its cry. 60% similar → snorter

the wryneck; -- so called from its cry. 60% similar → weetbird