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NYT Daily • August 1, 2025

Golf course part

Answer:

ROUGH

Hint:

["**Hint:** \"This area of a golf course is known for its longer grass and can make your next shot more challenging.\"\n\n(This hint guides the solver by describing a key characteristic of the \"rough\" without directly stating the answer or repeating the original clue.)"]

Explanation:

**Explanation:** The clue "Golf course part" refers to a specific area found on a golf course. In golf terminology, the **rough** is the section of longer grass that borders the fairway, making it a well-known "part" of the course. The answer plays on the straightforward definition rather than wordplay, as "rough" is a standard term in golf. No puns or complex wordplay are involved—just a direct reference to a common golf course feature.

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