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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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