Nick, say (4)

I believe the answer is:

flaw

(Other definitions for flaw that I've seen before include "Defect, imperfection" , "Weakness" , "(Make) defect(ive)" , "Error in theory or plan" , "Fault, blemish" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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