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NYT Daily • September 1, 2025

Catlike

Answer:

FELINE

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

Catlike" directly hints at the word "feline," which is the adjective form of cat—just like "canine" means dog-related. There’s no hidden wordplay here; it’s a straightforward definition clue where the answer is a precise synonym. If you think of traits like grace, whiskers, or pouncing, "feline" perfectly captures that cat-like essence. The clue relies on common vocabulary, so no obscure references to unpack.

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