This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 23, 2026 (17 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 6, 2026 (31 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
NYT Crossword, August 23, 2026, 17 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
K _ _ _
First and last letters
K _ _ S
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KIDS as a word: a 1995 American drama film directed by Larry Clark in his directorial debut and written by Harmony Korine in his screenwriting debut; "Kids" is a duet between singers Robbie Williams and Kylie Minogue, released on 9 October 2000 as the second single from Williams' third studio album, Sing W....
KIDS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 25, 2026.
NYT Crossword, July 6, 2026, 31 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
Y _ _ _ _
First and last letters
Y _ _ _ G
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YOUNG as a word: In the early part of growth or life; born not long ago; At an early stage of existence or development; having recently come into existence.
YOUNG has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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