Distress signal at sea — Daily Themed Crossword Answer
This clue appeared in the April 12 2026 Daily Themed Crossword. The answer is below, with its letter count.
The answer
SOS
3 letters
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Sailor's "rescue me!" letters
SOS
3
"Rescue me!" letters at sea
SOS
3
Distress call from a ship
SOS
3
Sailor's "Mayday!"
SOS
3
Distress code to signal danger
SOS
3
"Help us!" letters at sea
SOS
3
Message from a stranded sailor
SOS
3
Sailor's "Mayday!"
SOS
3
"Rescue me!" call at sea
SOS
3
Message from a stranded ship
SOS
3
Distress signal from a ship at sea
SOS
3
"Help! Our ship is sinking!"
SOS
3
Saucer's partner, at teatime
CUP
3
Car navigation aid: Abbr.
GPS
3
"No ___, ands, or buts!"
IFS
3
"Birds ___ feather flock together": 2 wds.
OFA
3
___ de Janeiro, Brazil
RIO
3
Keto or Paleo, e.g.
DIET
4
Reveres and prays to, say
WORSHIPS
8
Hunter's clothing, briefly
CAMO
4
One running for office, informally (word seen when you read "lop" backwards)
POL
3
The first sign of 15d is when every cafe unveils its ___ (outdoor seating), and diners happily trade indoor tables for a little fresh air
PATIO
5
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