40 Across
NYT Daily ? September 14, 2025
Nintendo character with a long, sticky tongue
Answer:
YOSHI
Hint:
This green dinosaur is often seen riding by Mario and can flutter jump to reach high places.
Explanation:
This clue points to Yoshi, the friendly green dinosaur from Nintendo’s Mario games. His signature move is using his long, stretchy tongue to grab enemies or fruit, which the clue highlights directly. The answer is straightforward since Yoshi is one of the most recognizable characters with that exact trait. No wordplay here—just a clear reference to his iconic ability.
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