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NYT Daily ? October 1, 2025

Stole from a show?

Answer:

BOA

Hint:

This slinky accessory might wrap around your neck but shares its name with a snake that constricts its prey.

Explanation:

This clue plays on the double meaning of "stole." One definition is the past tense of "steal," but it also refers to a long, narrow scarf often made of fur—like a feather boa you might see in a theatrical show. The word "show" hints at performance or fashion, pointing to the accessory rather than the act of theft. So "boa" fits as something you could "steal" from a stage costume.

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A question mark usually flags wordplay or a non-literal reading. Expect a pun, a twist, or a definition that's one step removed from the surface meaning.

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