Crossword clue

“Shell in the water”

This clue appeared as 10-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
HULL
Letters4
Starts withH
Ends withL
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Sep 10, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Shell in the water” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 10, 2026 as 10-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with H and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Shell in the water” clue?+

The answer is HULL (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 10, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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