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NYT Daily ? September 15, 2025

"Get outta here!"

Answer:

SHOO

Hint:

Think of the sound you might make to gently chase away a curious cat or a lingering pigeon. It’s short, sharp, and starts with the same letter as "scat."

Explanation:

"Get outta here!" is a casual way to tell someone or something to leave, and "shoo" is the short, sharp word people use to chase away animals or playfully dismiss someone. The clue mimics the sound and meaning of the answer—it’s not a tricky pun, just a direct match for how you’d say it in real life. Think of waving your hands while saying "shoo" to a pigeon or teasing a friend.

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General solving tip

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