Account for
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is EXPLAIN.
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Why it fits
EXPLAIN is the 7-letter answer to “Account for” in the August 12, 2026 Lexigo puzzle. Every answer must also trace a connected path across touching hexagons, with each word linking to its neighbors in the chain—so EXPLAIN both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.