Crossword clue

“On the waves”

This clue appeared as 59-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 27, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ASEA
Letters4
Starts withA
Ends withA
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 27, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “On the waves” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 27, 2026 as 59-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with A and ends with A, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “On the waves” clue?+

The answer is ASEA (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 27, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+

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