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NYT Daily ? September 12, 2025

Shake off

Answer:

EVADE

Hint:

Think of a way to cleverly dodge a pursuer or avoid an unwanted confrontation without directly facing it.

Explanation:

"Shake off" hints at getting away from something, which aligns with "evade"—a word meaning to escape or avoid cleverly. The phrase also plays on the idea of physically shaking something off, like a dog with water, reinforcing the sense of dodging or slipping away. It’s a straightforward definition with a slight nod to the action implied by the clue.

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General solving tip

Words like 'said,' 'reportedly,' or 'sounds like' point to homophones—an answer that sounds like another word or phrase. Read the clue aloud in your head.

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