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NYT Daily • September 2, 2025

Rose quickly, as prices

Answer:

SOARED

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

The clue "Rose quickly, as prices" hints at a word meaning to climb sharply or surge upward. "Soared" fits perfectly because it describes a rapid increase, like prices shooting up. The wordplay is straightforward—no tricks—just a direct definition where "rose" suggests upward movement and "quickly" reinforces the speed implied by "soared.

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