Puzzle #655 • February 14, 2026
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Top Word
Part of the frame
H O R N S
Word 1
Some averages, in statistics
M E A N S
Word 2
Some healthy cereals
B R A N S
Word 3
Early parts of the day, in poetry
M O R N S
Word 4
Common protein source for a vegetarian
B E A N S
Word 5
Makes a sound like a ghost
M O A N S
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
B R A S S
Shared Frame Clue
The top + bottom rows = Two words that are used to describe some or all of the instruments in one section of the orchestra. Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
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