Puzzle #478 • August 21, 2025
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Top Word
Part of the frame
T H I N K
Word 1
Strong string used for tying up bundles
T W I N E
Word 2
Below-the-knee leg bones
S H I N S
Word 3
Group of pigs
S W I N E
Word 4
Becomes less thick, as a head of hair
T H I N S
Word 5
Rain or ___ (phrase on an invitation indicating that the event will take place no matter what the weather is like)
S H I N E
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
T W I C E
Shared Frame Clue
The top + bottom rows = Two-word phrase that means "avoid hasty decisions." Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
Tap to reveal frame clue