NYT Daily ? September 14, 2025
Monumental
Answer:
HUGE
Hint:
Think of a word that describes something so large it could fill a stadium or stretch beyond your field of vision.
Explanation:
"Monumental" is a clever way to hint at "HUGE" because it plays on two meanings. First, it literally describes something massive or grand, like a monument. Second, it subtly nods to the word "monument" itself—if you take the first letter ("M") and say it sounds like "me," you’re left with "onument," which phonetically resembles "enormous," another word for "huge." The clue relies on that light wordplay to lead you to the answer.
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General solving tip
Markers like 'var.' or 'alt. sp.' mean a variant spelling. Consider alternate forms (GRAY/GREY, EON/AEON) that fit the grid.
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