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NYT Daily • August 31, 2025

Many a get-rich-quick offer

Answer:

SCAM

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

This clue hints at shady schemes promising fast money, which are almost always too good to be true. "Many a get-rich-quick offer" points to scam because these fraudulent pitches lure people with false guarantees of easy wealth. The word "many" emphasizes how common these deceptive tactics are in ads, emails, or online pitches. It’s a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay—just a nod to the sketchy deals everyone’s seen.

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