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Issue #612 Wed 5 Nov

NYT Strands Hints & Answer — November 5, 2025

A steady, rhythmic day of grid-filling that rewards a patient eye. Keep your focus sharp as you navigate the intersections.

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MONARCHS
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  • CATERPILLAR
  • CHRYSALIS
  • HATCH
  • MIGRATE
  • MILKWEED

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5 theme words · 8-letter spangram