Puzzle #452 • July 26, 2025
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Top Word
Part of the frame
P O W E R
Word 1
Turn down, as the volume of a radio
L O W E R
Word 2
A devoted fan or enthusiast of something
L O V E R
Word 3
___ letter (what a job applicant might have to write to accompany a résumé)
C O V E R
Word 4
Dense centers of planets and stars
C O R E S
Word 5
Small sheltered inlets
C O V E S
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
C O R D S
Shared Frame Clue
The top + bottom rows = A compound term for what connects electrical appliances to wall outlets. Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
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