Crossword clue

“Lack of musical talent”

This clue appeared as 65-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, November 12, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
NOEAR
Letters5
Starts withN
Ends withR
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Lack of musical talent” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 12, 2026 as 65-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with N and ends with R, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Lack of musical talent” clue?+

The answer is NOEAR (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 12, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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