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NYT Daily ? September 23, 2025

"Bye!"

Answer:

TATA

Hint:

This casual British farewell might sound like something a toddler would say when waving goodbye.

Explanation:

"Bye!" is a casual farewell, and "tata" is a playful, informal way to say goodbye—especially in British English. The clue works as a direct definition, since both phrases mean the same thing. No wordplay or hidden tricks here, just a straightforward match between the clue and the answer."

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General solving tip

Quoted clues often indicate a spoken phrase, interjection, or a title. Think of something you'd say out loud or see as a headline.

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