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NYT Daily • August 28, 2025
“___ ever!”
Answer:
DO I
Hint:
Not available
Explanation:
This clue mimics a common exasperated phrase people say when frustrated, like "Do I ever!"—meaning "absolutely" or "you bet." The blank is filled by the words that naturally start the expression, which is "DO I." It’s a straightforward fill-in-the-blank based on everyday speech, with no hidden wordplay or tricks.