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NYT Mini • September 12, 2025

Wolverine's alias in "X-Men"

Answer:

LOGAN

Hint:

This gruff, cigar-chomping mutant with retractable claws was once part of Team X before joining the X-Men. His name also matches a Canadian city.

Explanation:

In the X-Men comics and movies, Wolverine is often called by his real name, Logan, as his human alias. The clue plays on the character’s dual identity—while he’s widely known as Wolverine, "Logan" is the name he uses when living among humans. Fans of the franchise would recognize this as a direct reference to Hugh Jackman’s portrayal in the films. It’s a straightforward clue with no wordplay, just a nod to the character’s backstory.

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