Clever scheme
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is STRATAGEM.
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Why it fits
STRATAGEM is the 9-letter answer to “Clever scheme” in the July 28, 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 STRATAGEM both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.