Crossword clue

“Short addition above or below a musical staff”

This clue appeared as 8-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The answer has 10 letters.

Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance

LEDGERLINE

Letters10

Starts withL

Ends withE

Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Mar 28, 202610 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Short addition above or below a musical staff” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 28, 2026 as 8-Down. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with L and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Short addition above or below a musical staff” clue?+

The answer is LEDGERLINE (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 28, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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