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NYT Daily ? September 28, 2025
Mirrored
Answer:
APED
Hint:
Think of how a child might copy someone’s movements exactly, especially in a playful or imitative way.
Explanation:
"Mirrored" hints at something being copied or imitated, which is where "aped" comes in—it means to mimic, like a monkey (or "ape") copying actions. The wordplay ties into the idea of reflection, since mirroring often involves repeating what someone else does. It’s a clever twist on the literal meaning of "mirrored" to suggest imitation rather than just a physical reflection.
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Match the clue's grammar: plural with plural, past with past. If the clue ends in 's' or uses a past-tense verb, mirror that form in the entry.
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