“Playful marine mammal” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SEAL is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Playful marine mammal”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 13, 2025, where it runs at 40 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.