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NYT Daily ? November 30, 2025

Actress Zosia ___ of "Girls"

Answer:

MAMET

Hint:

This Emmy-nominated star also played a quirky intern on the medical drama The Good Wife before her breakout role. Her last name is shared with a famous playwright known for works like Glengarry Glen Ross.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Zosia Mamet, an actress best known for her role as Shoshanna Shapiro on the HBO series Girls. The answer is her last name, "MAMET," which is also the surname of her father, the famous playwright and filmmaker David Mamet. The clue is straightforward—no wordplay or tricks—just asking for the missing part of her name. If you’ve seen the show or know her work, this one should click right away.

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