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NYT Mini • September 29, 2025

Kind of parking

Answer:

VALET

Hint:

This service often involves handing over your keys to an attendant at a hotel or upscale restaurant entrance.

Explanation:

"Valet" is a type of parking where an attendant parks your car for you, often at hotels, restaurants, or upscale venues. The clue plays it straight—no wordplay or tricks—just a direct definition. If you’ve ever handed your keys to someone at a fancy event, you’ve used valet parking. The answer fits because it’s the standard term for this service.

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