Wasn't paying attention NYT Crossword Clue
The answer to the “Wasn't paying attention” crossword clue is SLEPT (5 letters). We have seen this clue once in New York Times crosswords, most recently on August 20, 2026.
Answer
THE ANSWER · 5 LETTERS
1S2L3E4P5T
SLEPT: to be in a natural, periodic state of rest.
Best answers for “Wasn't paying attention”
| Rank | Answer | Letters | Clue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SLEPT | 5 | Wasn't paying attention |
| 2 | ALERT | 5 | Paying attention similar clue |
| 3 | AREYOULISTENING | 15 | "Paying attention?" similar clue |
| 4 | RAPT | 4 | Paying close attention similar clue |
| 5 | EYES | 4 | Emoji that may mean "I'm paying attention!" similar clue |
The first answer is for this clue; the others answered clues with the same main words.
Seen in
| Crossword | Date | Answer | Clue page |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Times | August 20, 2026 | SLEPT | 48 Down |
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Questions about the Wasn't paying attention Crossword Clue
What is the 5-letter answer to the Wasn't paying attention crossword clue?
SLEPT is the 5-letter answer to the “Wasn't paying attention” crossword clue.
When was the Wasn't paying attention crossword clue last used?
In the New York Times of August 20, 2026. We have seen it once.
What are other possible answers to the Wasn't paying attention crossword clue?
Similar clues were answered with ALERT (“Paying attention”), AREYOULISTENING (“"Paying attention?"”), RAPT (“Paying close attention”).