What is the answer to "Neatnik's bane"?

The most common answer is MESS. However, there are 2 possible answers to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025, and first appeared in 2024.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Medium difficulty.

Neatnik’s bane Crossword Clue Answer

Need help with Neatnik's bane? This clue showed up in the September 9, 2025 Wall Street Journal puzzle. The answer has 4 letters.

Neatnik's bane Crossword Answer

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Neatnik's bane Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "Neatnik's bane" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Neatnik's bane" crossword clue is MESS. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.

Which crossword used "Neatnik's bane" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on September 9, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What are other answers for "Neatnik's bane" crossword?

While MESS is the answer for this specific puzzle, historical data shows this clue has been used with other answers in different puzzles: SLOB. The answer can vary depending on the puzzle constructor and publication.

What is the meaning of MESS?

The word MESS means: eat in a mess hall. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Neatnik's bane".