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NYT Daily • August 10, 2025

Excellent, in 1990s slang

Answer:

PHAT

Hint:

This slang term for "cool" or "great" was popularized by hip-hop culture in the '90s.

Explanation:

The clue asks for a 1990s slang term meaning "excellent," and the answer is "PHAT." This word was popular in hip-hop culture and often used to describe something cool or impressive. While it might seem like a simple definition, it’s a direct reference to the era’s slang, with no wordplay involved.

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