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NYT Daily ? September 22, 2025

Compete (for)

Answer:

VIE

Hint:

Think of a word that means to struggle or contend with others, often used when multiple parties are seeking the same limited opportunity. It rhymes with "tie" but has nothing to do with knots.

Explanation:

"Compete (for)" hints at a word meaning to struggle or contend for something, often against others. The answer is "VIE," which directly means to compete eagerly, especially when trying to win or achieve the same thing as someone else. It’s a straightforward definition clue—no wordplay or hidden tricks, just a clear synonym for the action described."

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