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NYT Daily ? September 24, 2025

Taunt that may follow a failed gullibility test

Answer:

MADEYALOOK

Hint:

This phrase is often shouted triumphantly after tricking someone into looking the wrong way—think of a classic prank where the joke’s on the person who fell for it.

Explanation:

This clue plays on the phrase "made you look," a classic taunt someone might say after tricking you into looking away or falling for a prank. The "failed gullibility test" hints at the setup—if you were fooled, the taunter might triumphantly shout this phrase. The answer is written as one word, "MADEYALOOK," blending the words together like it’s delivered in a quick, teasing burst. It’s a playful nod to childhood pranks where the joke’s on whoever takes the bait.

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