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NYT Daily ? September 10, 2025

One of Daniel Radcliffe’s paparazzi, say

Answer:

POTTER SPOTTER

Hint:

Think of someone who might eagerly track down a famous young wizard in muggle London, combining the character's last name with their hobby.

Explanation:

This clue plays on Daniel Radcliffe’s fame as Harry Potter by imagining a paparazzi who specializes in spotting him—hence "Potter spotter." The phrase tweaks "pot spotter" (someone who looks for marijuana plants) into a pun about someone who tracks the Harry Potter star. It’s a lighthearted nod to celebrity culture and the actor’s iconic role.

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