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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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