This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 23, 2026 (11 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
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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