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NYT Daily • August 25, 2025
Boasts
Answer:
BRAGS
Hint:
Think of a word for showing off that rhymes with "drags."
Explanation:
"Boasts" is a straightforward clue where the answer is a synonym—"BRAGS" means the same thing as boasting or showing off. There’s no hidden wordplay here; it’s a direct definition clue common in crosswords. If you think of someone talking proudly about their achievements, "brags" fits perfectly.