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NYT Daily ? September 10, 2025

Otis’s love interest on Netflix’s “Sex Education”

Answer:

MAEVE

Hint:

This sharp-witted teen runs the school’s rebellious zine and shares a complicated bond with a socially awkward classmate.

Explanation:

This clue refers to the character Maeve Wiley, the sharp-witted and rebellious love interest of Otis Milburn in the Netflix show Sex Education. The name is straightforward—no wordplay or puns—just a direct reference to a key character in the series. If you’re familiar with the show, Maeve’s dynamic with Otis is a central storyline, making her easy to recall. For those who haven’t watched, it’s a pop culture nod to a well-known teen drama.

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