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NYT Daily • August 26, 2025

Fruit traditionally eaten with the fish it's named for

Answer:

SALMONBERRY

Hint:

This Pacific Coast berry shares its name with a prized pink-fleshed fish often found upstream.

Explanation:

This clue plays on the name of the salmonberry, a fruit that shares its name with salmon—the fish it’s often paired with in traditional coastal cuisines. The word "salmon" in the berry’s name hints at the connection, making it a clever nod to how the two are culturally linked. Think of Pacific Northwest meals where the tart berry complements the rich flavor of salmon. The answer is a straightforward pun wrapped in a culinary tradition.

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