Puzzle #663 • February 22, 2026
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Top Word
Part of the frame
M A S K E D
Word 1
Failed severely, like an unsuccessful movie at the box office
T A N K E D
Word 2
Attempt a repair, possibly without a clear plan
T I N K E R
Word 3
“They fell for it hook, line and ___”
S I N K E R
Word 4
Gave a job to do
T A S K E D
Word 5
Big ship to transport oil
T A N K E R
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
S I N G E R
Shared Frame Clue
The top + bottom rows = A two-word phrase for a costumed vocalist on a popular TV show in many countries. Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
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