Crossword clue
“Kind of whale”
This clue appeared as 24-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
BALEENLetters6
Starts withB
Ends withN
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Kind of whale” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 4, 2026 as 24-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with B and ends with N, 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 “Kind of whale” clue?+
The answer is BALEEN (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 4, 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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