Crossword clue

“Some creatures in the ocean's "midnight zone"”

This clue appeared as 51-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, July 11, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

EELS

Letters4

Starts withE

Ends withS

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Some creatures in the ocean's "midnight zone"” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 11, 2026 as 51-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with E and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Some creatures in the ocean's "midnight zone"” clue?+

The answer is EELS (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 11, 2026.

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