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NYT Daily • August 17, 2025

Avoid ___ (GPS option)

Answer:

TOLLS

Hint:

Some navigation systems let you skip paid roads for a longer but free route.

Explanation:

This clue hints at a common GPS setting where drivers can choose to bypass certain routes. "Avoid ___" suggests filling in a word for something you might want to skip, and "tolls" fits perfectly since many navigation apps let you avoid toll roads. The answer plays on the idea of saving money or time by steering clear of paid highways. It’s a straightforward fill-in-the-blank with no hidden wordplay—just a practical GPS term.

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