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NYT Daily • August 18, 2025

Killed, mob-style

Answer:

OFFED

Hint:

Think of a slang term for eliminating someone that starts with "O" and rhymes with "stiffed."

Explanation:

"Killed, mob-style" hints at slang used in crime dramas or gangster movies for eliminating someone. "Offed" is informal slang meaning to kill, often tied to underworld or organized crime contexts. The clue plays on the idea of mob hits, where the term fits the tough, direct language associated with that world. It’s a straightforward definition with a cultural edge.

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