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NYT Daily • August 26, 2025

Idyllic spot

Answer:

EDEN

Hint:

Biblical paradise where humanity’s story first took root.

Explanation:

"Idyllic spot" hints at a perfect, peaceful place, which directly points to Eden—the biblical Garden of Eden described as paradise in Genesis. The clue plays on the word "idyllic" to evoke that sense of untouched beauty and harmony. It’s a straightforward reference without hidden wordplay, relying on cultural knowledge of the term.

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