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NYT Daily ? September 15, 2025

Edgar ___, "The Ballet Class" artist

Answer:

DEGAS

Hint:

This French Impressionist often painted dancers and racehorses, and his sculptures of ballerinas are also famous.

Explanation:

This clue asks for the last name of Edgar, the famous French painter known for works like "The Ballet Class." The answer is DEGAS, as Edgar Degas was a key Impressionist artist who often depicted dancers. The clue is straightforward—no wordplay—just testing knowledge of art history. If you recognize his ballet-themed paintings, the answer comes easily.

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