Like some hairlines
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is RECEDING.
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Why it fits
RECEDING is the 8-letter answer to “Like some hairlines” in the October 18, 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 RECEDING both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.