| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| New kids on the block expected a beautiful woman | The Telegraph Toughie | 10 Jan 2025 |
| Social climbers * (8) | ||
| Upstarts from Standard and Morning Star | The Times Cryptic | 10 Nov 2023 |
| Upstarts criticise retired neighbour of ours | ||
| Johnny-come-latelies | ||
| Those who have risen above their qualifications. | ||
| Upstarts. |