Crossword clue

“Young Scot”

This clue appeared as 9-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
LAD
Letters3
Starts withL
Ends withD
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Aug 23, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Young Scot” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 23, 2026 as 9-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with L and ends with D.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Young Scot” clue?+

The answer is LAD (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 23, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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