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NYT Mini • September 2, 2025

Hemsworth or Pratt

Answer:

CHRIS

Hint:

This first name belongs to two actors who have both played Marvel superheroes—one wields a hammer, the other guards the galaxy.

Explanation:

This clue refers to two famous actors who share the first name Chris: Chris Hemsworth (known for playing Thor in Marvel movies) and Chris Pratt (star of Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World). The answer is simply their shared first name, which fits neatly into the crossword grid. It’s a straightforward reference to well-known Hollywood names.

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