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NYT Mini • September 21, 2025

“Hey you! Over here!”

Answer:

PSST

Hint:

Think of the quiet sound you might make to get someone’s attention without being noticed, often used in secretive or sneaky situations.

Explanation:

This clue mimics someone trying to get your attention quietly but urgently. "Hey you! Over here!" is a loud way to call someone, but the answer "PSST" is the sound people make when they want to whisper or signal discreetly—like a hushed alternative. The humor comes from contrasting the clue’s bold phrasing with the sneaky, understated answer. It’s a playful twist on how we grab attention in different ways.

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General solving tip

A question mark usually flags wordplay or a non-literal reading. Expect a pun, a twist, or a definition that's one step removed from the surface meaning.

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