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NYT Daily ? September 30, 2025
Fly catcher
Answer:
WEB
Hint:
Think of what a spider crafts to ensnare its prey, often found glistening in corners or between branches.
Explanation:
"Fly catcher" is a clever play on words. A fly can mean the insect, but it also refers to a baseball player who catches fly balls—though here, the answer isn’t about sports. Instead, think of what literally catches flies: a spider’s web, so the answer is "WEB." The clue tricks you by making you consider different meanings of "fly."
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