71 Across

NYT Daily ? September 16, 2025

Floppy part of a beagle

Answer:

EAR

Hint:

This body part helps a beagle pick up scents and often flops when they tilt their head curiously.

Explanation:

A beagle’s ears are famously long and floppy, so the clue directly points to that standout feature. The word "floppy" hints at the droopy nature of the ears, making it a straightforward description. Since "ear" is the body part being described, no wordplay or hidden meaning is involved—just a simple, literal reference to a beagle’s most recognizable trait.

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General solving tip

Markers like 'var.' or 'alt. sp.' mean a variant spelling. Consider alternate forms (GRAY/GREY, EON/AEON) that fit the grid.

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