Puzzle #862Nov 4, 2026
Tear of a clown
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Puzzle #863Thursday, November 5, 2026
Puzzle Number
#863
Puzzle Date
Thursday, November 5, 2026
Average Par
2
Today's Clue
“Polar bears turned up in fashion, very cool (and hot!)”
Answer length: (7)
Progressive Hints
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1Definition HintStart by finding the definition side of the clue.
Our definition here is 'in fashion, very cool (and hot!)', and our answer will be another word for these expressions.
3Fodder HintReveal the letters or words that build the answer.
This clue's fodder is 'Polar' and 'up'. We'll use these words to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
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Clue: Polar bears turned up in fashion, very cool (and hot!)
Answer length: (7)
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