Olfactory stimulus
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is SCENT.
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Why it fits
SCENT is the 5-letter answer to “Olfactory stimulus” in the August 27, 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 SCENT both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.