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NYT Daily ? October 2, 2025

Christmas ___

Answer:

EVE

Hint:

This festive occasion marks the night before the big holiday, often celebrated with midnight services or counting down to Santa’s arrival.

Explanation:

The clue "Christmas ___" is a straightforward fill-in-the-blank hinting at a word that commonly follows "Christmas." The answer "EVE" refers to December 24th, the evening before Christmas Day, widely recognized in celebrations and traditions. It’s a direct reference with no wordplay—just a familiar holiday term most people associate with the season.

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