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NYT Daily ? September 16, 2025
Cable inits. for cinephiles
Answer:
TMC
Hint:
This network known for classic films shares its initials with a famous theater chain and often airs black-and-white gems.
Explanation:
This clue plays on two things: "cable inits." (short for cable initials) and "cinephiles" (movie lovers). "TMC" stands for Turner Classic Movies, a well-known cable channel beloved by film buffs. The word "inits." signals that the answer is an abbreviation, and the reference to cinephiles hints at a channel dedicated to classic films.
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