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NYT Mini • September 14, 2025

Opposite of NNW

Answer:

SSE

Hint:

This direction is where you’d find the sun at midday if you’re in the Southern Hemisphere and facing the equator.

Explanation:

This clue plays on compass directions, where NNW stands for "north-northwest." The opposite direction on a compass is exactly 180 degrees away, which in this case is "south-southeast," abbreviated as SSE. It’s a straightforward directional opposite—no wordplay or hidden meanings, just basic navigation terms.

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