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NYT Daily • September 6, 2025

Polished off

Answer:

EATEN

Hint:

Think of what you might do to a whole pizza when you're really hungry—no leftovers in sight.

Explanation:

Polished off" is a casual phrase meaning to finish something completely, often used when talking about food. Here, it’s a straightforward definition—no wordplay or tricks—just hinting at the idea of consuming something entirely. The answer "EATEN" fits because it’s the past participle of "eat," matching the sense of having finished a meal or snack. Think of someone saying, "I polished off that whole pizza," meaning they ate all of it.

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