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NYT Daily • August 20, 2025

Org. that prohibits Magic 8 Balls and baseball bats

Answer:

TSA

Hint:

Think of the agency that screens your carry-on for anything that could be used as a weapon.

Explanation:

This clue plays on the TSA’s strict rules about what you can’t bring on a plane—Magic 8 Balls (considered a liquid hazard) and baseball bats (a potential weapon) are both banned. The "Org." shortcut hints at a government agency, and the TSA fits as the Transportation Security Administration. It’s a clever way to tie everyday items to their real-world restrictions.

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