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NYT Daily ? September 20, 2025

Rare showbiz collections

Answer:

EGOTS

Hint:

Think of the elite group of performers who’ve won all four major entertainment awards—each letter stands for one.

Explanation:

"EGOTS" refers to the rare achievement of winning all four major American entertainment awards: an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony. The clue plays on "showbiz collections" since these awards are prestigious trophies collected by only a handful of performers. The plural "EGOTS" hints at multiple winners (like Audrey Hepburn or John Legend) who’ve earned the full set.

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General solving tip

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