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NYT Daily • September 9, 2025

Hawaiian dance

Answer:

HULA

Hint:

["This traditional Polynesian performance often features flowing hand motions and is accompanied by chanting or rhythmic instruments like the ukulele. You might see it at a luau."]

Explanation:

The clue "Hawaiian dance" directly points to hula, a traditional Polynesian dance from Hawaii known for its graceful movements and storytelling. It’s a straightforward definition with no wordplay—just a well-known cultural reference. If you’ve seen performances with flowing hip motions and hand gestures, that’s the hula in action.

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