101 Across

NYT Daily • August 17, 2025

Move (over)

Answer:

SCOOCH

Hint:

Slide a little closer in a casual, playful way.

Explanation:

"Move (over)" hints at shifting slightly, and "scooch" is a casual term for exactly that—a small, often sideways shuffle to make space. The word itself mimics the sound of the movement, adding a playful touch. It’s commonly used in everyday speech, like when someone says, "Scooch over!" to ask for room on a couch. The clue keeps it simple by matching the action to the word.

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