Shady, in modern parlance NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Shady, in modern parlance" is SUS.
The clue refers to the term 'sus,' which is short for 'suspicious' and is commonly used in modern slang, especially in online communities and games like Among Us, to describe someone who seems deceitful or untrustworthy.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on January 09, 2026.
Sus is a slang term meaning suspicious or questionable in nature.
Pretty fishy, Questionable, in slang, Not on the up and up, slangily, Questionable, in modern lingo, Shady, in modern lingo
The answer to “Shady, in modern parlance” in the New York Times puzzle January 9 2026 is SUS. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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