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NYT Daily ? September 22, 2025

Kids these days

Answer:

GENZ

Hint:

This generation follows millennials and is known for their digital fluency and activism on social issues.

Explanation:

"Kids these days" is a casual phrase often used to refer to younger generations, and in this case, it’s pointing to Generation Z—the group born roughly between the late 1990s and early 2010s. The answer, "GENZ," is a shortened, slangy version of "Generation Z," which fits the informal tone of the clue. It’s a straightforward reference without wordplay, just a modern shorthand for the current young adult and teen crowd.

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