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NYT Daily ? September 25, 2025

Programs in advance

Answer:

PRESETS

Hint:

Think of the default configurations you might find on a radio or smart device, ready to use at the touch of a button.

Explanation:

"Programs in advance" hints at setting things up ahead of time, which is exactly what "presets" are—predefined configurations you arrange before using them. The word "programs" acts as a double hint: it literally refers to software settings (like preset audio levels) while also playing on the idea of scheduling or planning ("programming" in advance). It’s a clean, straightforward clue where the answer fits both the literal and figurative meaning.

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