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NYT Daily • September 7, 2025

Area with pews

Answer:

NAVE

Hint:

Think of the central part of a church where the congregation sits, often leading up to the altar. It’s the long, open space you walk down during a wedding procession.

Explanation:

Area with pews" points to the nave, the central part of a church where the congregation sits. The word pews—the long benches in churches—directly hints at this space, as it’s the main area designed for worshippers. No wordplay here; it’s a straightforward definition referring to the architectural feature found in most traditional churches.

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