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NYT Daily ? September 23, 2025

Units of concrete

Answer:

SLABS

Hint:

Think of the flat, rectangular sections used in construction to form floors or pavements—often poured and set before being laid down.

Explanation:

"Units of concrete" points to "SLABS" because slabs are large, flat pieces of concrete used in construction. The clue is straightforward—no wordplay or hidden meanings—just a direct definition. Think of sidewalks or foundation blocks, which are often made in slab form.

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