Crossword clue
“Carefree motto, in modern lingo”
This clue appeared as 36-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, September 22, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
YOLOLetters4
Starts withY
Ends withO
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Carefree motto, in modern lingo” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 22, 2025 as 36-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with Y and ends with O.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Carefree motto, in modern lingo” clue?+
The answer is YOLO (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 22, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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