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NYT Daily • August 19, 2025
Huge supporter
Answer:
FANATIC
Hint:
This person’s devotion goes far beyond casual interest or ordinary enthusiasm.
Explanation:
"Huge supporter" hints at someone who’s extremely devoted, and "fanatic" fits perfectly—it literally means an overly enthusiastic fan. The wordplay leans on "huge" to suggest intensity, since a fanatic isn’t just a casual supporter but someone all-in. Think of sports fans painting their faces or die-hard music followers; that’s the level of passion implied. The clue keeps it simple by matching the definition directly to the answer.