Crossword clue

“Groups studied by cetologists”

This clue appeared as 13-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.

Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
WHALEPODS
Letters9
Starts withW
Ends withS
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 11, 20269 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Groups studied by cetologists” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 11, 2026 as 13-Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with W and ends with S, 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 “Groups studied by cetologists” clue?+

The answer is WHALEPODS (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 11, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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