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NYT Daily ? September 30, 2025

Sticky stuff

Answer:

GLUE

Hint:

Think of what holds paper together in crafts or school projects—it often comes in a bottle or stick.

Explanation:

"Sticky stuff" is a straightforward clue pointing to something that holds things together—like glue. The word "sticky" directly hints at glue’s adhesive nature, making it a simple definition clue. No wordplay or tricks here, just a clear connection between the clue and the answer.

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