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Name Drop

Name a notable person from escalating clues

Play Name DropOpens newyorker.com

About Name Drop

The New Yorker's trivia game about notable people, published every weekday. Up to six biographical clues are revealed one at a time, starting obscure and growing more obvious, and the aim is to name the writer, musician, scientist, athlete or other figure using as few clues as possible. Themed packs and past quizzes remain playable.

Category
Trivia, History
How you play
Trivia questions
Languages
English
Daily puzzle
Yes
Unlimited mode
No
Archive
Yes
Made by
The New Yorker
Website
newyorker.com

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