What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Playful marine mammal" from August 13, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Playful marine mammal”

This clue appeared as 40-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

SEAL

Letters4

Starts withS

Ends withL

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Playful marine mammal” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 13, 2025 as 40-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with S and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Playful marine mammal” clue?+

The answer is SEAL (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 13, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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