Crossword clue

“Result of missing the boat”

This clue appeared as 45-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, January 22, 2026. The answer has 14 letters.

Answer · 14 lettersFirst appearance
LOREDPORTUNITY
Letters14
Starts withL
Ends withY
Vowels5

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jan 22, 202614 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Result of missing the boat” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 22, 2026 as 45-Across. Its answer is a 14-letter phrase that starts with L and ends with Y, with 5 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Result of missing the boat” clue?+

The answer is LOREDPORTUNITY (14 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 22, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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