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NYT Daily ? September 7, 2025
Somnial acronym
Answer:
REM
Hint:
This three-letter term refers to the sleep stage when vivid dreams occur, often linked to rapid eye movements behind closed lids.
Explanation:
Somnial" refers to sleep, so the clue is hinting at a sleep-related acronym. "REM" stands for rapid eye movement, the phase of sleep where most dreaming happens. The wordplay is straightforward—just pairing a fancy term for sleep ("somnial") with a common acronym tied to it.
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General solving tip
Markers like 'var.' or 'alt. sp.' mean a variant spelling. Consider alternate forms (GRAY/GREY, EON/AEON) that fit the grid.
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