Puzzle #275 • January 30, 2025
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Top Word
Part of the frame
H O M E
Word 1
Stick out like a ___ thumb (fail to blend in)
S O R E
Word 2
Way less than all, but more than none
S O M E
Word 3
Uneaten center part of an apple or a pear
C O R E
Word 4
Any valid Scrabble play, e.g.
W O R D
Word 5
Bungee ___ (flexible line that a bungee jumper is attached to)
C O R D
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
W O R K
Shared Frame Clue
The top + bottom rows = A compound term for school assignments meant to be done outside of school. Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
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