Comes up with a number
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is ESTIMATES.
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Why it fits
ESTIMATES is the 9-letter answer to “Comes up with a number” in the August 24, 2022 Lexigo puzzle. Every answer must also trace a connected path across touching hexagons, with each word linking to its neighbors in the chain—so ESTIMATES both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.