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NYT Daily • August 10, 2025

Slightly open

Answer:

AJAR

Hint:

A door that's not quite shut might be described this way.

Explanation:

The clue "Slightly open" hints at the word "ajar," which means a door or window is open just a little. It’s a straightforward definition without wordplay, relying on the solver’s vocabulary. If you’ve ever heard someone say a door is "left ajar," you’ve got the answer.

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