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NYT Daily • August 31, 2025

Gave medicine

Answer:

DOSED

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

Gave medicine" hints at the act of administering a dose, which is exactly what "dosed" means—it’s the past tense of giving someone a measured amount of medicine. The wordplay is straightforward here, as "dosed" directly describes the action without any hidden tricks or double meanings. Think of a nurse saying a patient was "dosed" with painkillers, and you’ve got the right idea.

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