On the ocean

Latest answer — June 21, 2026

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  1. 1"Black" or "Yellow" dog, familiarly
  2. 4No-no for the lactose intolerant
  3. 6On the ocean
  4. 7Subway commuter's annoyance
  5. 8Like the logos of Marvel and Netflix

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  1. 1"See ya!"
  2. 2Pathway for an airplane beverage cart
  3. 3No-no for the gluten-free
  4. 4Apt palindrome for Father's Day
  5. 5Apt palindrome for Father's Day

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  1. 1. "Black" or "Yellow" dog, familiarly — Answer: LAB
  2. 4. No-no for the lactose intolerant — Answer: DAIRY
  3. 6. On the ocean — Answer: ATSEA
  4. 7. Subway commuter's annoyance — Answer: DELAY
  5. 8. Like the logos of Marvel and Netflix — Answer: RED

Down

  1. 1. "See ya!" — Answer: LATER
  2. 2. Pathway for an airplane beverage cart — Answer: AISLE
  3. 3. No-no for the gluten-free — Answer: BREAD
  4. 4. Apt palindrome for Father's Day — Answer: DAD
  5. 5. Apt palindrome for Father's Day — Answer: YAY

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The answer to “On the ocean” in the New York Times Mini crossword is ATSEA — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on June 21, 2026 at 6-Across. Other answers we've seen for this clue include ASEA. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“On the ocean” answer

ATSEA (5 letters) — most recent; also seen as ASEA

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Why the answer is ATSEA

ATSEA is the 5-letter solution that fits "On the ocean" in the NYT Mini crossword on June 21, 2026 (6-Across). Use the letter tiles above if you'd rather reveal it one letter at a time.

Other answers for “On the ocean”

New York Times Mini has used this clue with more than one solution. Besides ATSEA, it has also been ASEA. Every appearance we've indexed is listed below with the date it ran.

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The New York Times Mini is a free, 5×5 (sometimes larger) bite-size version of the paper's famous crossword, edited by Joel Fagliano. It publishes a fresh grid every day and is built for a fast solve — most players finish in a minute or two — which is exactly why a single tricky clue stands out. Because the Mini leans on everyday, current references, the answers are usually common words once the wordplay clicks.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “On the ocean”?

The answer is ATSEA, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on June 21, 2026. Other answers for this clue include ASEA.

How many letters is the answer to “On the ocean”?

5 letters: ATSEA. Earlier fills for this clue have also been ASEA (4).

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the New York Times Mini crossword on June 21, 2026, at 6-Across. Earlier appearances: November 2, 2025 → ASEA.

Can “On the ocean” have a different answer?

Yes. Besides ATSEA, New York Times Mini has also used ASEA for this clue. Every date and answer is listed above.

Where can I find the rest of today's NYT Mini answers?

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