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Back at sea? Crossword Answer
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at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane
Back: in or to or toward a former location
Sea: a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
Other possible answers include STERN , which has appeared 100% of the time.
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Back at sea? Crossword Clue FAQ
What is the 3-letter answer to "Back at sea?" crossword clue?
The answer to the "Back at sea?" crossword clue is AFT . This answer contains 3 letters and was confirmed in the Newsday puzzle.
Which crossword used "Back at sea?" clue?
This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Newsday puzzle on May 11, 2025 . Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.
What is the meaning of AFT?
The word AFT means: at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Back at sea?".