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Issue #581 Sun 5 Oct

NYT Strands Hints & Answer — October 5, 2025

A steady hand and a sharp eye serve you well on a day like this. The grid is open and waiting for a patient approach.

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ITSATRAP
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  • DECEPTION
  • DECOY
  • LURE
  • PLOY
  • RUSE
  • STRATAGEM
  • TRICK

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