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NYT Daily ? September 15, 2025

What each letter in Roy G. Biv represents

Answer:

COLOR

Hint:

Think of the sequence that appears after rain when sunlight splits—each one is a distinct shade in this natural spectrum.

Explanation:

"Roy G. Biv" is a mnemonic for the sequence of colors in a rainbow: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. The clue asks what each letter stands for, and since they all represent different hues, the answer is simply "color." It’s a straightforward reference to the acronym’s purpose—helping people remember the order of rainbow colors.

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General solving tip

Match the clue's grammar: plural with plural, past with past. If the clue ends in 's' or uses a past-tense verb, mirror that form in the entry.

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