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NYT Daily • August 18, 2025
Job for Sherlock
Answer:
CASE
Hint:
What a detective might call their next big assignment to solve.
Explanation:
"Job for Sherlock" hints at the answer "CASE" because Sherlock Holmes is famous for solving mysteries, which are often called cases. The word "job" here refers to his detective work, and "case" is the common term for a problem he investigates. It’s a straightforward reference to his profession without any hidden wordplay.