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NYT Daily • August 6, 2025

Dances to a Chubby Checker song, say

Answer:

TWISTS

Hint:

"Here’s a helpful hint for the clue: "It's a classic dance move that involves a lot of hip rotation." This hint: - References the physical motion of the dance without naming it. - Avoids repeating the original clue or giving away the answer directly. - Is easier than the original clue but still requires some thought."

Explanation:

The clue "Dances to a Chubby Checker song, say" leads to the answer "TWISTS" through both direct reference and wordplay. 1. Direct Reference: Chubby Checker is famously associated with the song "The Twist," a dance craze from the early 1960s. The word "twists" directly refers to the dance moves performed to this song. 2.