14 Across

NYT Daily ? September 9, 2025

Too fanciful

Answer:

OVERIMAGINATIVE

Hint:

Think of someone who lets their creativity run wild, often seeing things that aren’t really there or making elaborate stories out of simple ideas.

Explanation:

"Too fanciful" directly hints at someone whose imagination runs wild beyond what’s realistic. The answer, "OVERIMAGINATIVE," breaks down simply: "over" means excessively, and "imaginative" describes a creative mind. Together, they form a word that perfectly fits the idea of being unrealistically dreamy or impractical. No tricks here—just a straightforward definition clue.

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General solving tip

Words like 'said,' 'reportedly,' or 'sounds like' point to homophones—an answer that sounds like another word or phrase. Read the clue aloud in your head.

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