NYT Daily ? September 21, 2025
___-chic (dressing style)
Answer:
BOHO
Hint:
Think of a free-spirited fashion trend inspired by 1960s counterculture, often featuring flowing fabrics, layered jewelry, and earthy tones.
Explanation:
This clue is looking for a short, informal term that completes the phrase describing a free-spirited, eclectic fashion style. "Boho" is short for "bohemian," which refers to a laid-back, artistic way of dressing often featuring flowing fabrics, earthy tones, and vintage or global-inspired pieces. The hyphen in "___-chic" signals you’re filling in a prefix, and "boho" fits perfectly as the well-known shorthand for this trendy aesthetic.
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