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NYT Mini • September 15, 2025
It might be prompted to make funny images online, for short
Answer:
GENAI
Hint:
Think of the technology behind tools that can generate art or memes from text prompts—its name starts with "gen."
Explanation:
This clue plays on the term "GenAI," short for generative AI, which is often used online to create funny or creative images. The phrase "prompted" hints at how AI tools generate content based on user input, while "for short" signals the answer is an abbreviation. It’s a nod to the growing trend of AI-generated memes and art.
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