25 Across

NYT Daily • August 11, 2025

Rush hour snarl

Answer:

TRAFFICJAM

Hint:

Cars bumper-to-bumper during peak travel times create this gridlock situation.

Explanation:

The clue "Rush hour snarl" hints at a common problem during busy travel times when vehicles get stuck in congestion. "Snarl" suggests a tangled mess, which directly describes a "traffic jam." The answer combines "traffic" and "jam" to form a single word, reflecting how cars are packed tightly together. It’s a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay.

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