Stick-shift selections
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is GEARS.
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Why it fits
GEARS is the 5-letter answer to “Stick-shift selections” in the December 17, 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 GEARS both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.