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NYT Mini • September 21, 2025

Pair of ___

Answer:

PANTS

Hint:

Think of what you might wear on your legs that often comes as a matched set, especially in casual or work attire. The word starts with a "p" and rhymes with "rants."

Explanation:

The clue "Pair of ___" hints at a common item that usually comes in twos, and "pants" fits because trousers are made for both legs. The word "pair" is a direct nod to how pants are designed as a matched set, even though we think of them as a single garment. It’s a straightforward fill-in-the-blank where the answer plays on the literal meaning of "pair" in everyday clothing.

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