Little brats

SNOTS

["**Hint:** They might be found on the faces of mischievous kids—or in their attitudes.\n\n*(This hint gently points toward the dual meaning of \"snots\" as both nasal mucus and a slang term for bratty children, without directly giving away the answer.)*"]

The clue **"Little brats"** leads to the answer **"SNOTS"** through a playful and somewhat cheeky interpretation. - **"Little"** suggests something small or minor, which can imply a diminutive or informal term. - **"Brats"** refers to ill-behaved children, but it can also be a colloquial term for snotty or annoying kids. - The word **"SNOTS"** fits as a slang term for children (especially mischievous ones) and also literally refers to nasal mucus, which is often associated with young, messy kids. The clue relies on a bit of wordplay, using **"brats"** to hint at both the behavior and the informal term for children, while **"little"** reinforces the idea of something small or childish. The answer is a humorous, slightly gross but fitting slang term.