Crossword clue
“Reply to a ship's captain”
This clue appeared as 17-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
AYELetters3
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Reply to a ship's captain” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 7, 2026 as 17-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with A and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Reply to a ship's captain” clue?+
The answer is AYE (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 7, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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