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NYT Mini • October 3, 2025

The fitting missing letters in _OOGLE MA_ _

Answer:

GPS

Hint:

Think of the technology that helps you navigate or find locations, often used in cars or smartphones—its initials complete the phrase.

Explanation:

The clue presents a phrase with missing letters: "_OOGLE MA_ _". Filling in the blanks with "G" and "PS" turns it into "GOOGLE MAPS," a well-known navigation app. The answer "GPS" is hidden inside the completed phrase—the letters G, P, and S appear in order within "GOOGLE MAPS."

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