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Cluword for August 7, 2026 — Clue, Hints & Answer

Hard · 7 Letters · Friday Archive · Puzzle #83

The August 7, 2026 Cluword was rated Hard. Below you'll find the clue exactly as it appeared, the progressive hints, and the answer with a short explanation.

Today's cryptic clue

“Neither parallel nor perpendicular.”

Progressive hints

Hint 1 of 3
Indirect, in approach or in line.
Hint 2 of 3
Slanting, geometrically.
Hint 3 of 3
Seven letters. Starts with O.

Answer

Reveal the answer for August 7, 2026

OBLIQUE

A geometric definition: an oblique line is neither parallel nor perpendicular — slanting. Figuratively, an oblique approach or remark is an indirect one.

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