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NYT Daily ? September 20, 2025

Kate and Allie of 1980s TV, e.g.

Answer:

MOTHERS

Hint:

Think of a classic sitcom duo who were both single parents raising their kids together in New York. The answer describes their shared role in the family.

Explanation:

This clue references the 1980s sitcom Kate & Allie, which starred Susan Saint James and Jane Curtin as two single moms raising their kids together. The phrase "e.g." signals that Kate and Allie are an example of the answer, which is a general term for women with children—hence "MOTHERS." The show’s premise highlights their shared role as parents, making the answer fit both the example and the broader category.

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General solving tip

'Perhaps,' 'maybe,' or 'e.g.' usually signal an example, not the category name. You're looking for one member of a broader set.

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