“Preserver of freshness” 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 “Preserver of freshness”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 16, 2026, where it runs at 62 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.