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NYT Daily ? September 14, 2025

Big ___ Burger, fictional Hawaiian fast-food chain in "Pulp Fiction"

Answer:

KAHUNA

Hint:

This chain’s name comes from a Hawaiian term for a wise or respected leader, and its menu includes a signature "Kanaka" burger.

Explanation:

This clue refers to the fictional Hawaiian-themed fast-food chain in Pulp Fiction, where Jules and Vincent famously discuss its menu before the diner scene. The blank hints at a Hawaiian word for a wise or respected figure, which is "kahuna," fitting the chain's tropical branding. The answer plays on the exaggerated, over-the-top style of the movie's dialogue and setting.

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