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NYT Daily • August 28, 2025

Chaps

Answer:

LADS

Hint:

Think of a casual British term for young men, often used in groups or friendly settings.

Explanation:

Chaps" is a casual British term for men or boys, much like "guys" in American English. Here, it’s a straightforward synonym clue—no wordplay involved—where "chaps" directly means "lads." Both words carry the same friendly, informal tone, often used when referring to a group of young men. Think of it like calling your friends "blokes" or "mates" in the UK.

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