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NYT Daily • August 13, 2025
Cary of "The Princess Bride"
Answer:
ELWES
Hint:
This actor played a farmhand-turned-pirate who famously said, "As you wish."
Explanation:
This clue refers to actor Cary Elwes, best known for playing Westley in the classic 1987 film The Princess Bride. The answer is simply his last name, "ELWES," which fits the crossword’s letter count. If you’re familiar with the movie, the name should click right away—no wordplay or tricks here.