Crossword clue
“Whale of a tale”
This clue appeared as 44-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 27, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
SAGALetters4
Starts withS
Ends withA
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Whale of a tale” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 27, 2025 as 44-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with S and ends with A.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Whale of a tale” clue?+
The answer is SAGA (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 27, 2025.
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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