Crossword clue
“On the ocean”
This clue appeared as 6-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Sunday, June 21, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ATSEALetters5
Starts withA
Ends withA
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “On the ocean” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on June 21, 2026 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 5-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 ocean” clue?+
The answer is ATSEA (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of June 21, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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