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NYT Daily ? September 29, 2025

Amazon speaker

Answer:

ECHO

Hint:

This voice-activated device often starts with "Alexa" and can play music, set alarms, or control smart home gadgets.

Explanation:

The clue "Amazon speaker" refers to the Echo, a popular smart speaker developed by Amazon. It’s a straightforward definition where "Amazon" hints at the brand and "speaker" describes the device’s function. The answer doesn’t involve wordplay—it’s simply the well-known name for Amazon’s voice-activated speaker line.

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