Puzzle #636 • January 26, 2026
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Top Word
Part of the frame
D A R K
Word 1
Type of meat that comes from a pig
P O R K
Word 2
Prepare food in the kitchen
C O O K
Word 3
It is symbolized by P in a vehicle with automatic transmission
P A R K
Word 4
Champagne bottle stopper
C O R K
Word 5
Chess piece that can castle
R O O K
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
R O O M
Shared Frame Clue
The top + bottom rows = A compound word for a place away from the light where film can be developed. Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
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