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NYT Daily ? September 25, 2025
Livestock identifiers
Answer:
EARTAGS
Hint:
These small plastic or metal markers are often attached to farm animals' ears for tracking purposes.
Explanation:
"Livestock identifiers" points to something farmers use to track animals, and "eartags" are the small plastic or metal markers clipped to an animal’s ear for identification. The clue is straightforward—no wordplay or tricks—just a direct definition. Think of how cows or sheep are often tagged for record-keeping, and the answer fits perfectly.
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