Puzzle #405 • June 9, 2025
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Top Word
Part of the frame
H O O T
Word 1
Choice in a classic game that crushes scissors, but is covered by paper
R O C K
Word 2
Chess piece that moves in straight lines, horizontally or vertically
R O O K
Word 3
Make fun of
M O C K
Word 4
Underground part of a plant
R O O T
Word 5
Resident of a monastery
M O N K
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
H O N K
Shared Frame Clue
The top + bottom rows = Two bird sounds
Tap to reveal frame clue