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NYT Daily • August 25, 2025
"___-haw!"
Answer:
YEE
Hint:
Cowboys might shout this wild exclamation when riding or celebrating.
Explanation:
This clue mimics the sound of a cowboy’s excited shout, like you’d hear in old Western movies or rodeos. The blank represents the start of the classic "yee-haw" yell, which is often shortened to just "yee" for emphasis or humor. It’s a playful way to reference cowboy culture while keeping the answer short and punchy.