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Sea creature known to mourn its dead (crossword clue)

4 squares · NYT Crossword · April 17, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 17, 2026 (13 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.

Answer length: 4 squares

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O _ _ _

First and last letters

O _ _ A

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ORCA as a word: A sea mammal (Orcinus orca) related to dolphins and porpoises, commonly called the killer whale.

ORCA has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.

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