This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 (35 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
O _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ A
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ORCA as a word: A sea mammal (Orcinus orca) related to dolphins and porpoises, commonly called the killer whale.
ORCA has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.
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