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NYT Daily • September 11, 2025
Courtroom figs.
Answer:
DAS
Hint:
["Think of the initials for the titles often seen before names in legal documents, like those for a district attorney or deputy attorney."]
Explanation:
"Courtroom figs." is a playful clue where "figs." hints at abbreviations (short for "figures"). In legal settings, district attorneys (DAs) are key figures, and their title is often shortened to "DAS" when plural. The answer cleverly combines the abbreviation with the plural "S" to fit the clue’s wordplay.