This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, September 14, 2026 (34 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ G
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SLANG as a word: Language outside of conventional usage and in the informal register; Language that is unique to a particular profession or subject; jargon.
SLANG has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 1, 2026.
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