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NYT Daily • August 24, 2025
One of 200+ stations for NBC, e.g.
Answer:
AFFILIATE
Hint:
Think of a local broadcaster that partners with a major network to air its shows.
Explanation:
This clue refers to local TV stations that partner with a major network like NBC to broadcast its shows. NBC has over 200 of these partner stations across the U.S., which are called "affiliates" because they’re independently owned but affiliated with the network. The "e.g." signals that NBC is just one example—other networks like ABC or CBS also have affiliates. The answer is straightforward, with no wordplay, just a direct term for these partnered stations.