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NYT Daily • September 2, 2025

Smidgen

Answer:

TRACE

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

Smidgen" is a casual word for a tiny amount, and "trace" fits perfectly as it means a very small or barely detectable quantity. The clue plays on synonyms—both words describe something minimal, so no wordplay or tricks are involved. If you think of "trace" as a hint or remnant, it still aligns with the idea of something slight. Straightforward synonym swapping makes this one easy once you connect the meanings.

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