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NYT Mini • October 4, 2025

Someone using a hidden camera or signal jammer

Answer:

SPY

Hint:

This person might work undercover for an agency or gather secrets without being detected—think of a classic Bond character.

Explanation:

The clue describes a person secretly gathering information or disrupting communications, which fits the role of a "spy." The mention of a hidden camera or signal jammer hints at covert surveillance or interference—classic spy tactics. "Spy" is a straightforward answer since it directly ties to both espionage tools and the act of operating in secrecy.

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General solving tip

Match the clue's grammar: plural with plural, past with past. If the clue ends in 's' or uses a past-tense verb, mirror that form in the entry.

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