36 Across

NYT Daily • September 9, 2025

One may be drop-down

Answer:

MENU

Hint:

["Think of what you click to see options like \"File,\" \"Edit,\" or \"View\" at the top of a computer screen."]

Explanation:

The clue plays on the double meaning of "drop-down." In computing, a "drop-down menu" is a list that appears when clicked, like in a toolbar or settings panel. The word "one" hints at a single example of something that fits this description, and "menu" is the most common term for it. The phrasing is simple but clever, using everyday language to point toward a tech-related answer.

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