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NYT Daily ? September 27, 2025

Simplest possible phone plan

Answer:

ONERATE

Hint:

Think of a phone plan that charges the same amount no matter how much you use it—like a flat fee for unlimited calls. The name combines "one" with what you pay.

Explanation:

"Simplest possible phone plan" hints at a basic, no-frills rate—just one rate. The answer "ONERATE" plays on the idea of a single ("one") fixed rate for calls or service, combining "one" and "rate" into a punny phrase. It’s a clever way to describe the most straightforward pricing option, where everything costs the same. Think of it like a flat fee with no surprises.

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