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NYT Mini • September 22, 2025
Bourbon and Beale: Abbr.
Answer:
STS
Hint:
Think of the postal codes for two famous Southern cities known for their music and whiskey—one in Kentucky, one in Tennessee.
Explanation:
"Bourbon and Beale" hints at two famous streets: Bourbon Street in New Orleans and Beale Street in Memphis. Both are often abbreviated as "St." for "Street," so the answer uses the plural abbreviation "STS." The clue plays on the shared "St." ending while keeping it concise with the "Abbr." tag.
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