High-stakes gambler, in Vegas lingo NYT Crossword Clue

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1 ? W
2 ? H
3 ? A
4 ? L
5 ? E
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a large sea creature that makes a big splash in the casino world.

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      A '?????' is a gambler who wagers very large amounts of money.

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      In Las Vegas terminology, a '?????' is a high-stakes gambler who bets large amounts of money. The term is used to describe wealthy individuals who gamble significant sums, often receiving special treatment from casinos.

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      94-foot-long model at the American Museum of Natural History, White ___ (object of Captain Ahab's quest), Blue and Killer, for example, "Wh-" word that follows "white", Aquatic mammal whose closest terrestrial relative is the hippopotamus

      Clue Analysis

      The answer to “High-stakes gambler, in Vegas lingo” in the New York Times puzzle December 6 2025 is WHALE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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