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NYT Daily • August 31, 2025

Beau

Answer:

STEADY

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

Beau" is an old-fashioned term for a boyfriend or romantic partner, which directly hints at "steady"—a slang word for someone you're seriously dating. The clue plays on the idea of a committed relationship, where "steady" implies reliability and exclusivity. It’s a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay, just a nod to mid-20th-century dating lingo.

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