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NYT Daily ? September 27, 2025

Seven ___

Answer:

SEAS

Hint:

This phrase comes from a famous nautical saying about sailing the world’s major bodies of water. Think of a classic maritime number.

Explanation:

The clue "Seven ___" is a straightforward reference to the classic phrase "the Seven Seas," a historical term for the world's major oceans. It’s often used in literature and folklore to represent all the seas collectively, like in the saying "sail the Seven Seas." The answer "SEAS" fits because it completes the well-known expression in just four letters. No wordplay here—just a direct nod to a familiar cultural phrase.

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