Some special ops personnel (5)

I believe the answer is:

seals

(Other definitions for seals that I've seen before include "they're impressive" , "Animals spotted on coast" , "They make an impression" , "Fastens or closes securely" , "Marine mammals" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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