Slow on the uptake NYT Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? D
2 ? E
3 ? N
4 ? S
5 ? E
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a forest with many trees, where light struggles to pass through easily.

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      ????? means slow to understand or lacking in intellectual acuity.

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      The phrase 'slow on the uptake' describes someone who is slow to understand or grasp information. '?????' is a synonym for this kind of slowness in comprehension, often implying a lack of mental agility.

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      Impenetrable, Like thick fog, Like tungsten, Like a numbskull, Tightly packed

      Clue Analysis

      The answer to “Slow on the uptake” in the New York Times puzzle August 25 2025 is DENSE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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