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NYT Daily ? November 30, 2025

Actress Thompson of "Sorry to Bother You"

Answer:

TESSA

Hint:

This Emmy-nominated star also played a key role in the Marvel series Westworld and the 2020 HBO drama The Undoing.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Tessa Thompson, the actress who starred in the 2018 satirical film Sorry to Bother You. The first name "Tessa" is the answer, as crossword clues often use just the first name when the last name is given in the clue. The film is a well-known work in her career, making it a clear reference point for solvers.

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