NYT Pips game — Hints & Answers (October 9, 2025)
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How to use these hints
- Start small: look for the most constrained region first (single-number or small equals zones).
- Edges help: corners and borders reduce domino placement options.
- Use sums: sum constraints quickly rule out impossible domino combinations.
- Prefer logic: try to deduce forced placements before guessing — backtrack if needed.
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