“Something that "perks up" when you're attentive” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EAR is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Something that "perks up" when you're attentive”. It was last seen in the puzzle of November 9, 2026, where it runs at 12 Down and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.