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NYT Daily • August 12, 2025

___ cart (type of food stand)

Answer:

HALAL

Hint:

This type of food stand often serves gyros and is known for its Middle Eastern cuisine.

Explanation:

This clue hints at a type of food stand commonly found in cities, especially in places like New York. "Halal cart" refers to a street vendor selling halal food, which follows Islamic dietary laws. The blank in the clue suggests you're looking for the word that describes this specific kind of cart, and "halal" fits perfectly. It’s a straightforward fill-in-the-blank with a cultural reference to a popular food option.

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