36 Across

NYT Daily • August 29, 2025

Welcome sight for a business

Answer:

CUSTOMER

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

A "welcome sight for a business" hints at something every company wants to see—people ready to buy or engage. The answer is "CUSTOMER," since customers are the lifeblood of any business, bringing in revenue and keeping things running. The clue plays on the idea of "sight" to suggest someone physically entering a store or interacting with a brand. It’s a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay, just a clear nod to who matters most in commerce.

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