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NYT Daily • August 11, 2025

Thickness of wood or paper

Answer:

PLY

Hint:

Consider the term used for layers in materials like wood or cardboard.

Explanation:

The clue "Thickness of wood or paper" hints at "ply," which refers to a layer or thickness in materials like wood (as in plywood) or paper. It’s a straightforward definition where "ply" directly describes the number of layers or the thickness itself. No wordplay is involved—just a simple, direct connection between the clue and the answer.

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