Crossword clue

“Playful aquatic mammal”

This clue appeared as 8-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Friday, August 28, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
OTTER
Letters5
Starts withO
Ends withR
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Playful aquatic mammal” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 28, 2026 as 8-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with R.

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FAQ

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

The answer is OTTER (5 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of August 28, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.

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