New H.S. student

Answer:

FROSH

Hint:

Think of the informal term for a first-year college student, then shorten it to fit a high school setting.

Explanation:

"Frosh" is a casual term for a freshman, meaning a first-year high school student. The clue plays on the abbreviation "H.S." for high school, signaling the answer is a short, informal word. It’s a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay—just a common slang term for someone new to the school.

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General solving tip

Short grid glue often mirrors map or address abbreviations (ENE, AVE, ST). If the clue looks abbreviated, the answer probably is too.

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