This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 (6 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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RAG as a word: (especially in the plural) Tattered clothes (clothing); A piece of old cloth, especially one used for cleaning, patching, etc.; a tattered piece of cloth; a shred or tatter.
RAG has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 6, 2026.
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