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Issue #696 Wed 28 Jan

NYT Strands Hints & Answer — January 28, 2026

A quiet Tuesday grid that rewards a steady hand and a calm eye. Move slowly through the board and the path will reveal itself.

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MINDFULNESS
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  • BREATHE
  • FOCUS
  • LISTEN
  • MEDITATE
  • NOTICE
  • RELAX

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