The accused
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is DEFENDANT.
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Why it fits
DEFENDANT is the 9-letter answer to “The accused” in the July 7, 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 DEFENDANT both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.