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NYT Daily • August 31, 2025

E.R. V.I.P.s

Answer:

MDS

Hint:

Think of the professionals who often rush between hospital rooms, making critical decisions—you might see their initials on lab coats or name tags.

Explanation:

E.R. V.I.P.s" refers to the most important people in an emergency room—doctors. The abbreviation "M.D." stands for Medical Doctor, and the plural "M.D.s" fits the clue perfectly. The wordplay here is straightforward: "V.I.P.s" hints at the key staff, and "E.R." narrows it down to the medical professionals who run the show.

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