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NYT Daily ? September 30, 2025

"Oh. Come. On!"

Answer:

GETALIFE

Hint:

This exasperated phrase might be directed at someone who's overly dramatic about trivial things, like a sports fan complaining about a minor loss. Think of it as a snappy way to say "stop wasting time."

Explanation:

The clue "Oh. Come. On!" mimics the exasperated tone of someone telling another person to stop being ridiculous or boring. The answer "GETALIFE" is a common sarcastic phrase used in the same way—like when someone’s complaining about trivial things or acting overly dramatic. The punctuation in the clue (with periods separating each word) hints at the answer being a single phrase, not separate words. It’s a straightforward play on a familiar expression.

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