Degrees of success, for short? NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Degrees of success, for short?" is PHDS.
The clue uses 'degrees' as a play on words, referring to academic degrees rather than angles or temperature. 'PHDS' are Doctor of Philosophy degrees, which are often considered a significant academic achievement, or 'success.' The phrase 'for short' indicates the need for an abbreviation.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on October 08, 2025.
PhDs are advanced academic degrees awarded for completing original research in a specific field.
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The answer to “Degrees of success, for short?” in the New York Times puzzle October 8 2025 is PHDS. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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