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NYT Daily • August 30, 2025

Major successes, so to speak

Answer:

HOME RUNS

Hint:

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Explanation:

Major successes" hints at big achievements, and "so to speak" signals a playful twist. In baseball, a "home run" is a major success—a hit that scores a run by circling all bases. The phrase also works as a pun, since "home runs" can informally mean big wins in any context, like hitting a milestone or acing a project. The clue blends sports terminology with everyday language for a clever double meaning.

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