This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
L _ _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ _ E
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LAPSE as a word: A temporary failure; a slip; A decline or fall in standards.
LAPSE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 17, 2025.
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