Crossword clue
“Instrument played by a Muse”
This clue appeared as 39-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 6, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
LYRELetters4
Starts withL
Ends withE
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Instrument played by a Muse” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 6, 2026 as 39-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with L and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Instrument played by a Muse” clue?+
The answer is LYRE (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 6, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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