NYT Daily ? September 16, 2025
A shopper, not a buyer, informally
Answer:
LOOKIELOO
Hint:
Think of someone who browses stores or open houses just to satisfy curiosity, often without any real intention to purchase. The term sounds like what they’re doing—taking a long, casual look.
Explanation:
This clue plays on the idea of someone who browses but doesn’t purchase—commonly called a "lookie-loo" in casual speech. The phrase combines "look" and "loo" (a playful twist on "looky") to describe a curious onlooker or window-shopper. It’s an informal term, often used in retail or real estate, where people peek without committing. The answer fits the clue’s hint at a shopper who’s all eyes, no wallet.
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General solving tip
When a clue says 'informally,' 'slangily,' or 'casually,' think slang, clipped forms, or texting abbreviations. Try the short casual word you'd use in speech or a message.
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