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NYT Daily • August 18, 2025

€€€

Answer:

EUROS

Hint:

Currency symbolized by three identical letters in the European Union.

Explanation:

The clue "€€€" uses the euro currency symbol (€) repeated three times to visually represent the word "euros." It’s a straightforward charade where the symbols directly stand in for their name, much like how "$" would hint at "dollars." This kind of clue relies on recognizing the symbol’s common association with its currency, making it a simple but clever visual pun.

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