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Middle of a drum kit, typically NYT Crossword Clue

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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Middle of a drum kit, typically" is SNARE.
In a drum kit, the snare drum is usually positioned in the center, both physically and in terms of its role in keeping rhythm. The clue suggests a central component of the kit, which is typically the snare.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on January 30, 2026.
A snare is a type of drum with a sharp, staccato sound, often used in drum kits.
Rattling kind of drum, Drum part, Nab, Part of a drum kit, Marching-band drum

The 5-letter answer to “Middle of a drum kit, typically” in the NYT Mini Crossword January 30 2026 is SNARE.

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