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NYT Daily ? September 15, 2025

Brings into the family

Answer:

ADOPTS

Hint:

Think of a legal process where someone becomes a parent to a child who isn’t biologically theirs. It’s a way to give a child a permanent home.

Explanation:

"Brings into the family" hints at the act of legally taking someone in as your own child, which is exactly what "adopts" means. The word is straightforward here—no hidden wordplay or tricks—just a direct definition. It’s a common term for adding a new member to a family, whether through formal adoption or even metaphorically (like adopting a pet or an idea).

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