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NYT Daily • September 6, 2025

They help you see the big picture

Answer:

MOVIE TICKETS

Hint:

Think of what you might buy to enjoy a story unfold on the big screen, often sold in pairs or groups.

Explanation:

The clue plays on the phrase "big picture," which usually means seeing the overall perspective—but here, it’s a literal nod to movies, where the "big picture" is what you watch on the big screen. "They help you see" hints at something you need to access that experience, which is a ticket. The answer, "MOVIE TICKETS," ties it together by combining the idea of admission (tickets) with the visual pun on "big picture.

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