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NYT Daily ? September 13, 2025

"I mean, duh!"

Answer:

WELLITSNOWONDER

Hint:

This phrase often follows an obvious statement, like when someone finally realizes something that was clear all along. Think of a sarcastic response that starts with "Well...".

Explanation:

The clue ""I mean, duh!"" mimics the sarcastic tone of someone stating the obvious, which directly mirrors the phrase "well, it's no wonder." The answer "WELLITSNOWONDER" is a playful, run-together version of that common expression, dropping spaces to fit crossword style. It’s a straightforward example of how casual speech can become a single, solvable word in puzzles.

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