Kickback from a firearm
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is RECOIL.
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Why it fits
RECOIL is the 6-letter answer to “Kickback from a firearm” in the May 3, 2025 Lexigo puzzle. Every answer must also trace a connected path across touching hexagons, with each word linking to its neighbors in the chain—so RECOIL both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.