9 Across
NYT Mini • August 30, 2025
Proud father of daughters, in lingo
Answer:
GIRLDAD
Hint:
Think of a modern slang term for a dad who enthusiastically celebrates raising girls, often seen in social media bios.
Explanation:
This clue plays on modern slang where "girl dad" is a proud term for a father raising daughters. The word "lingo" hints that the answer is a casual or trendy phrase rather than formal language. Combine "girl" and "dad" to get "GIRLDAD," a popular cultural shorthand.