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NYT Daily ? September 27, 2025

Period that begins on July 23

Answer:

LEO

Hint:

This zodiac sign follows Cancer and is often associated with boldness and the element of fire.

Explanation:

This clue refers to the astrological sign Leo, which starts around July 23 each year. In astrology, Leo is the fifth zodiac sign and covers roughly July 23 to August 22, so the date directly points to it. The answer is short and simple—just the name of the sign itself.

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