Crocodile-like swamp predator that can hold its breath underwater for up to 45 minutes by dramatically slowing its heart rate

9 letters50 AcrossLast seen April 17, 2026

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About this clue

The clue “Crocodile-like swamp predator that can hold its breath underwater for up to 45 minutes by dramatically slowing its heart rate” was published in the Daily Themed Crossword on April 17, 2026, where it appeared as 50 Across. The solution is ALLIGATOR — a 9-letter word that fits the 9-square across entry in the grid.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the answer to "Crocodile-like swamp predator that can hold its breath underwater for up to 45 minutes by dramatically slowing its heart rate" in Daily Themed Crossword?
The answer is ALLIGATOR, a 9-letter word that appeared as 50 Across in the puzzle dated April 17, 2026.
How many letters does the answer to "Crocodile-like swamp predator that can hold its breath underwater for up to 45 minutes by dramatically slowing its heart rate" have?
The answer has 9 letters: ALLIGATOR.
When did the clue "Crocodile-like swamp predator that can hold its breath underwater for up to 45 minutes by dramatically slowing its heart rate" appear in Daily Themed Crossword?
This clue most recently appeared on April 17, 2026.
Where can I find the full solution to the April 17, 2026 Daily Themed Crossword?
You can find the complete solved grid and every answer at our puzzle page for April 17, 2026.
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