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NYT Daily • August 17, 2025
In the style of
Answer:
ALA
Hint:
Think of the Latin preposition used to describe something done in a particular manner.
Explanation:
The clue "In the style of" hints at a phrase often used to describe something made or done in the manner of a famous person or thing. "A la" is a French borrowing meaning "in the style of," but in crosswords, it’s usually shortened to "ALA" for brevity. Think of phrases like "chicken ala king" or "Frank Sinatra ala Dean Martin"—the answer is just the three-letter abbreviation. It’s a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay.