Crossword clue
“Prey for polar bears”
This clue appeared as 71-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SEALSLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Prey for polar bears” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 11, 2026 as 71-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Prey for polar bears” clue?+
The answer is SEALS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 11, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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