The bottom line
THE ANSWER IS
The answer is TOTAL.
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Why it fits
TOTAL is the 5-letter answer to “The bottom line” in the August 28, 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 TOTAL both satisfies the clue and fits the day’s board.