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NYT Daily ? October 1, 2025

"Can't wait for the next episode!"

Answer:

IMHOOKED

Hint:

Think of a phrase that combines a common internet abbreviation for "in my opinion" with a word describing being completely engaged by a show.

Explanation:

This clue plays on the phrase "hooked," which means being really into something—like a TV show you can’t stop watching. "Can’t wait for the next episode!" hints at that addicted feeling, and "IM" stands for "I’m" in text-speak. Put it together, and you get "IMHOOKED," a casual way to say you’re totally invested.

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