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Today’s Theme, Explained

Today’s theme is ‘Get smart’. Expand to see what that means for today’s puzzle.

All these words aresynonyms for the word ‘smart.’

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Think:perceptive or resourceful

Thefirst wordrefers to someone gifted in reasoning and problem-solving.

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Thesecond wordis incredibly talented in a specific area.

Thethird wordis someone who is fast thinking.

Thefourth wordrefers to something that emits light or someone who is mentally sharp.

Thefifth wordis someone adept at coming up with creative solutions.

Thespangramis a phrase often used when someone comes up with a remarkably smart idea.

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