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NYT Daily • August 15, 2025

Sooner rather than later

Answer:

INTHENEARFUTURE

Hint:

Think of a phrase describing something that’s coming up soon but not quite immediate.

Explanation:

"Sooner rather than later" is a common phrase meaning something will happen in the not-too-distant future. The answer "INTHENEARFUTURE" directly mirrors that idea by spelling out the literal meaning—no wordplay or tricks here. It’s a straightforward definition clue where the answer is exactly what the clue describes.

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