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NYT Daily ? September 24, 2025

Frequently

Answer:

ALOT

Hint:

Think of a common but incorrect two-word phrase people use to mean "very often" or "in large quantities."

Explanation:

The clue "Frequently" is a bit of a trick because it’s hinting at a common phrase rather than a precise word. "Alot" is a playful misspelling of "a lot," which people often use to mean "often" or "frequently." The humor comes from the fact that "alot" isn’t actually a word—it’s a frequent mistake, making the answer a clever nod to how language gets misused in everyday speech.

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General solving tip

When a clue says 'informally,' 'slangily,' or 'casually,' think slang, clipped forms, or texting abbreviations. Try the short casual word you'd use in speech or a message.

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