21 Across
NYT Daily ? October 1, 2025
Shipping route
Answer:
SEALANE
Hint:
Think of the ocean paths used by large vessels to transport goods globally, often marked on nautical charts.
Explanation:
"Shipping route" hints at a path used by vessels, and "sealane" is the straightforward term for a designated ocean route where ships travel. The word combines "sea" (the body of water) and "lane" (a marked path), making it a literal fit. No wordplay here—just a direct definition for a common nautical term.
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