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NYT Daily • August 21, 2025

Name that means "my God" in Hebrew

Answer:

ELI

Hint:

This biblical figure’s name is just one letter away from a common pronoun for "he."

Explanation:

The Hebrew name "Eli" directly translates to "my God," making it a straightforward answer to the clue. It’s a short, biblical name often seen in the Old Testament, like the high priest Eli who mentored Samuel. No wordplay here—just a direct meaning-to-name connection. If you know basic Hebrew or biblical names, this one’s an easy fill.

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