Puzzle #886 • October 3, 2026
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Top Word
Part of the frame
P O R K
Word 1
Cord that may be climbed for exercise
R O P E
Word 2
Damages, as a page in a book
R I P S
Word 3
Leo XIV, for one
P O P E
Word 4
Ready to be picked, as fruit
R I P E
Word 5
Small skin opening
P O R E
Bottom Word
Part of the frame
R I B S
Shared Frame Clue
The top + bottom rows = Bone-in meat items often served at a barbecue. Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
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