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NYT Mini • September 16, 2025

Some rides from the airport

Answer:

TAXIS

Hint:

Think of the yellow vehicles often lined up outside terminals, ready to take passengers to their destinations for a fare.

Explanation:

"Some rides from the airport" hints at vehicles you’d take to leave after landing. The word "rides" is a casual term for transportation, and "taxis" fits perfectly as a common airport pickup option. The clue plays it straight—no wordplay—just a direct reference to a familiar service. Think of the yellow cabs or ride-hailing cars lined up outside arrivals.

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General solving tip

Location/language tags (in Paris, in México, in Roma) often want an answer in that language. Try the basic word in French/Spanish/Italian, confirmed by crosses.

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