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NYT Daily ? September 26, 2025

Chew on

Answer:

PONDER

Hint:

Think deeply about something, like weighing options in your mind before making a decision.

Explanation:

"Chew on" is a playful hint for "ponder" because both phrases mean to think deeply about something. The word "chew" suggests slowly working through an idea, just like "ponder" implies careful consideration. It’s a clever way to use a physical action (chewing) to represent a mental one (thinking).

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