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NYT Daily • August 17, 2025

Round Table title

Answer:

SIR

Hint:

A knight’s honorific often heard before their name in Arthurian legend.

Explanation:

This clue references the legendary Knights of the Round Table from Arthurian legend, where knights were addressed with the honorific "Sir." The word "title" hints at a formal address rather than a name or object. Since "Sir" is a short, common title for knights, it fits neatly as the answer.

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