NYT Daily ? September 26, 2025
Stream with a lot of shade?
Answer:
HATEWATCH
Hint:
Think of a term for obsessively following something you dislike, like a dark twist on keeping tabs on an enemy.
Explanation:
This clue plays on the double meaning of "stream." While it seems to describe a shaded waterway, it’s actually hinting at "hatewatch," a slang term for watching something (like a show or stream) you dislike just to criticize it. The word "shade" reinforces the idea of negativity or disapproval, tying into the "hate" part. Think of it as a pun where "stream" refers to both a body of water and online content.
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General solving tip
A question mark usually flags wordplay or a non-literal reading. Expect a pun, a twist, or a definition that's one step removed from the surface meaning.
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