35 Across
NYT Daily ? September 13, 2025
Rounded, in a way
Answer:
DOMED
Hint:
Think of how some buildings or sports equipment curve upward, like the top of a cathedral or a certain type of light fixture.
Explanation:
"Rounded, in a way" hints at something shaped like a dome—think of a rounded roof or the top of a building. The word "domed" directly describes that curved, arching shape, like a dome over a stadium or a turtle’s shell. The clue plays on the literal meaning of "rounded" while pointing to the adjective form of "dome," making it a straightforward but clever definition.
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Match the clue's grammar: plural with plural, past with past. If the clue ends in 's' or uses a past-tense verb, mirror that form in the entry.
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