42 Across

NYT Daily ? September 28, 2025

"Let me check on that"

Answer:

ILLASK

Hint:

Think of what you might say before seeking information from someone else, often used in customer service or when unsure. The answer is a contraction of two words.

Explanation:

The clue "Let me check on that" hints at a casual way someone might say they’ll look into something. The answer "ILLASK" breaks down as "I’ll" (short for "I will") plus "ask," which directly mirrors the phrase’s meaning. It’s a straightforward charade-style clue where the two parts combine to form a common response.

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