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NYT Daily • August 7, 2025

Tax ___

Answer:

PREPARER

Hint:

"Here’s a helpful hint for the clue "Tax ___" with the answer "PREPARER": "This person helps you with your annual financial paperwork." This hint: - Nudges the solver toward the role (someone who assists with taxes). - Avoids repeating the clue or giving away the answer directly.

Explanation:

The clue "Tax ___" leads to the answer "PREPARER" through a straightforward definition-based approach. "Tax" directly refers to financial or legal obligations related to taxation. The blank suggests a role or occupation associated with taxes. A "preparer" is someone who prepares tax documents, such as a tax return preparer.

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