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Cluword for October 5, 2026 — Clue, Hints & Answer

Easy · 6 Letters · Monday Archive · Puzzle #142

Stuck on the Easy Cluword from October 5, 2026? The full cryptic clue, all four progressive hints, and the answer with a short explanation are below.

Today's cryptic clue

“A fiddle, in formal dress.”

Progressive hints

Hint 1 of 3
Four strings, coaxed with a bow.
Hint 2 of 3
First chair in the orchestra.
Hint 3 of 3
Six letters. Starts with V.

Answer

Reveal the answer for October 5, 2026

VIOLIN

A violin is a fiddle by another name; the bow and orchestra hints confirm the instrument.

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