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NYT Daily • August 19, 2025

Net worth negatives

Answer:

DEBTS

Hint:

What you owe that can drag down your financial balance sheet.

Explanation:

"Net worth negatives" is a straightforward definition clue pointing to financial liabilities. The term "net worth" refers to assets minus debts, so "negatives" here directly hints at what reduces that value—your outstanding obligations. The answer "DEBTS" fits perfectly as it’s the common term for money owed, with no hidden wordplay or tricks involved. Think of it like a balance sheet where debts drag down your total worth.

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