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NYT Daily ? September 16, 2025

Chicago airport

Answer:

OHARE

Hint:

This major Midwest hub is named after a WWII naval aviator and hero who received the Medal of Honor posthumously.

Explanation:

"Chicago airport" is a straightforward clue pointing to O'Hare International Airport, the city's main airport. The answer is "OHARE," which is the common shorthand name used in travel and everyday conversation. Since the clue doesn’t include wordplay or abbreviations, it’s a direct reference—just the name of the well-known airport.

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