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NYT Daily • August 24, 2025
Actress Skye
Answer:
IONE
Hint:
This Golden Globe winner shares her name with a Greek goddess of the violet dawn.
Explanation:
This clue refers to actress Ione Skye, known for her roles in films like Say Anything... and River's Edge. The answer is simply her first name, "IONE," which is pronounced "eye-OH-nee." It’s a straightforward reference where the clue gives her last name and expects you to fill in her less common first name. If you’re unfamiliar with her work, the spelling might seem unusual, but it’s her actual name.