31 Across

NYT Daily • August 14, 2025

Bubbles, e.g.

Answer:

ORBS

Hint:

Think of spherical shapes that might float or form in liquid or air.

Explanation:

"Bubbles, e.g." hints at round, floating shapes like soap bubbles, which are often called "orbs" in a poetic or general sense. The clue uses "e.g." to suggest orbs as a broader category that includes bubbles—think of how dewdrops, planets, or even glass spheres might also fit. It’s a straightforward example clue where the answer is a simple synonym for spherical objects.

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