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NYT Mini • September 25, 2025

One "N" of CNN

Answer:

NEWS

Hint:

Think of what the letter "N" stands for in the acronym that describes current events or broadcasts. It’s often paired with words like "breaking" or "headline."

Explanation:

The clue plays on the initials of CNN, the well-known news network. By asking for "one 'N' of CNN," it hints at taking a single word starting with "N" from the full name—Cable News Network—which gives you "News." It’s a simple abbreviation trick where the answer is hidden in plain sight.

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