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Issue #601 Sat 25 Oct

NYT Strands Hints & Answer — October 25, 2025

A long week calls for a steady hand at the grid. Today's puzzle demands a bit of patience as you navigate the turns.

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SHAPESHIFTERS
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  • CHANGELING
  • SKINWALKER
  • VAMPIRE
  • WEREWOLF

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