Puzzle #586 • December 7, 2025
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Top Word
Part of the frame
F I S H
Word 1
Do terribly on, as a school exam
F A I L
Word 2
Refrain from eating for a period of time
F A S T
Word 3
Tightly closed hand
F I S T
Word 4
Metal wrap used in the kitchen
F O I L
Word 5
___ accompli (done deed)
F A I T
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
F O W L
Shared Frame Clue
Two words that complete the phrase "Neither ___ nor ___" (meaning "difficult to classify"), the first describes some animals that swim, the other describes some animals that fly. Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
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