Crossword clue

“Something that "perks up" when you're attentive”

This clue appeared as 12-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, November 9, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

EAR

Letters3

Starts withE

Ends withR

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Something that "perks up" when you're attentive” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 9, 2026 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with E and ends with R.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Something that "perks up" when you're attentive” clue?+

The answer is EAR (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 9, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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