Crossword clue
“High degree”
This clue appeared as 8-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersSeen 5 times
PHDLetters3
Starts withP
Ends withD
Vowels0
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| NTH | 3 | 4 of 5 |
| PHD | 3 | 1 of 5 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “High degree” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 5, 2026 as 8-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with P and ends with D.
See every answer from the puzzle on the NYT Crossword page for August 5, 2026, or learn how clues like this work in our guide to crossword clue types.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “High degree” clue?+
The answer is PHD (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 5, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 5 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on August 5, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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