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NYT Mini • August 28, 2025

What a calf drinks from

Answer:

TEAT

Hint:

Think of the part of a cow that provides milk to its young, often found in multiples on the udder.

Explanation:

A calf drinks milk from its mother, and the specific part it drinks from is called a teat. The word is straightforward here—no wordplay or hidden meanings—just the direct term for the nipple-like part of a cow’s udder. It’s a common farming term, so even if you’re not familiar with dairy cows, you might recognize it from general animal knowledge. The clue is simple because the answer is the most natural, literal fit.

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