Puts forth effort
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is EXERTS.
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Why it fits
EXERTS is the 6-letter answer to “Puts forth effort” in the August 12, 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 EXERTS both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.