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NYT Daily ? September 21, 2025
Does acid
Answer:
TRIPS
Hint:
Think of a slang term for intense hallucinogenic experiences, often linked to a certain type of substance. It’s also a verb for stumbling.
Explanation:
"Does acid" is a slang reference to taking LSD, which is commonly called "acid." The word "trips" fits because it describes the hallucinatory experience (a "trip") caused by the drug. It’s a straightforward double meaning—both the action of taking LSD and the effect it produces."
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