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NYT Mini • September 12, 2025

Handbag

Answer:

PURSE

Hint:

Think of what many women carry daily to hold their wallet, keys, and makeup—it’s smaller than a tote but bigger than a wallet.

Explanation:

"Handbag" is a straightforward clue where the answer is simply another common word for the same item. In everyday language, people often use "purse" and "handbag" interchangeably, though "purse" can sometimes refer to a smaller version. There’s no hidden wordplay here—it’s a direct definition clue where the answer matches the meaning exactly.

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General solving tip

A question mark usually flags wordplay or a non-literal reading. Expect a pun, a twist, or a definition that's one step removed from the surface meaning.

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