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NYT Daily • September 2, 2025

Sailboat’s post

Answer:

MAST

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

A sailboat’s "post" refers to the tall vertical pole that holds the sails, which is called a mast. The clue plays on the word "post" to hint at something upright and supportive, much like a fence post but in a nautical context. It’s a straightforward definition without hidden wordplay—just a direct nod to a key part of a sailboat’s structure.

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