Nov. 11 honoree

Answer:

VET

Hint:

This person might have served in the Army, Navy, or another branch, and their day of recognition was originally called Armistice Day.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Veterans Day, which is observed on November 11 in the U.S. to honor military veterans. "VET" is a common abbreviation for "veteran," making it the short and fitting answer. The date in the clue directly points to the holiday, so no wordplay is involved—just a straightforward reference.

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General solving tip

Words like 'said,' 'reportedly,' or 'sounds like' point to homophones—an answer that sounds like another word or phrase. Read the clue aloud in your head.

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