NYT Crossword · 12 Down
“Not the creative sort” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, December 21, 1996 as 12 Down. The answer has 9 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Saturday, December 21, 1996 · 12 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Not the creative sort”?
The answer has 9 letters. It starts with A and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Not the creative sort” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, December 21, 1996, at 12 Down.
What is the answer to the “Not the creative sort” crossword clue?
The answer is AUTOMATON (9 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.