NYT Daily ? October 4, 2025
Muttonhead
Answer:
LUNK
Hint:
Think of a slang term for someone who’s slow-witted, often used in old-school comics or playful insults—it starts with an "L" and rhymes with "hunk."
Explanation:
"Muttonhead" is a playful insult for someone slow-witted, and "lunk" fits as slang for a clumsy or dull person. The clue leans on the idea of sheep ("mutton") to hint at stupidity, since sheep are often stereotyped as dim. "Lunk" isn’t a common word, but it’s a colloquial term that matches the tone of the insult perfectly. Think of it like calling someone a "dolt" or "blockhead" in a more old-fashioned way.
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