Crossword clue
“Rap pioneers, slangily”
This clue appeared as 5-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
OGSLetters3
Starts withO
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Rap pioneers, slangily” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 28, 2026 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with O and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Rap pioneers, slangily” clue?+
The answer is OGS (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 28, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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