Puzzle #248 • January 3, 2025
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Top Word
Part of the frame
B E A R
Word 1
Something that you might reserve when buying a movie ticket online
S E A T
Word 2
Outdo in competition
B E A T
Word 3
Join in on a round of applause
C L A P
Word 4
Long strip, as of wood
S L A T
Word 5
___ on the wrist (light punishment, metaphorically)
S L A P
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
C L A W
Shared Frame Clue
The top + bottom rows = A two-word term for a pastry named after a sharp part of a big animal's paw. Keep in mind: The first word may be on the bottom.
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