26 Across
NYT Daily • August 21, 2025
*Enjoy the moment, say
Answer:
TAKEI
Hint:
Think of a famous actor who might encourage you to savor life’s fleeting pleasures.
Explanation:
This clue plays on the phrase "take it easy," which means to relax or enjoy the moment. The word "say" hints that it’s a homophone or sounds-like puzzle—"take it" sounds like "Takei," the surname of actor George Takei. So instead of the full phrase, you just take the last name as the answer. It’s a clever twist on a common expression.