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NYT Daily ? September 24, 2025

Wrinkle smoother

Answer:

BOTOX

Hint:

This injectable treatment, derived from a neurotoxin, is often used cosmetically to temporarily relax facial muscles and reduce fine lines.

Explanation:

"Wrinkle smoother" points to BOTOX, a well-known cosmetic treatment that reduces fine lines by temporarily paralyzing facial muscles. The clue plays it straight—no wordplay—just a direct reference to BOTOX’s common use in anti-aging procedures. It’s a brand name that’s become shorthand for the injectable itself, much like calling a tissue a "Kleenex." If you’ve heard of people getting "work done," this is likely what they’re talking about.

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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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