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NYT Daily • September 10, 2025

Raven claw

Answer:

TALON

Hint:

["Think of the sharp, curved part of a bird of prey’s foot—often used for gripping or hunting. Eagles and hawks have them too."]

Explanation:

"Raven claw" points to "talon" because a talon is the sharp, hooked claw found on birds of prey like ravens. The clue is straightforward—no wordplay or hidden meanings—just a direct reference to the part of a raven’s anatomy used for gripping or hunting. If you think of a raven’s foot, the talon is the first thing that comes to mind.

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