Allowed to expire
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is LAPSED.
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Why it fits
LAPSED is the 6-letter answer to “Allowed to expire” in the July 9, 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 LAPSED both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.