Young bucks, say

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Think of the term for baby deer, often spotted with their mothers in woodland clearings during spring.

"Young bucks" usually refers to male deer, but the clue adds "say" to hint it’s not that straightforward. The word "bucks" can also mean money, but here it’s a playful misdirection—the answer is actually the term for young deer of either sex: "fawns." The "say" suggests this is a general example, not just males, so the answer fits neatly.