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NYT Daily • August 12, 2025

Like, informally

Answer:

DIG

Hint:

Think of a slang term for enjoying or appreciating something.

Explanation:

The clue "Like, informally" hints at a casual way to say you enjoy something. "Dig" is slang for liking or appreciating something, often used in phrases like "I dig that song." The wordplay relies on the informal meaning of "dig" rather than its literal sense of excavating. It’s a straightforward example of how crossword clues can use colloquial language.

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