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Word that can precede “code” or “colony” NYT Crossword Clue

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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Word that can precede "code" or "colony"" is PENAL.
The word 'penal' can be combined with 'code' to mean a set of laws related to crimes and punishments, and with 'colony' to refer to a settlement used to exile prisoners.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on October 29, 2025.
Penal means relating to, used for, or prescribing the punishment of offenders under the legal system.
Like correctional facilities, Prison-related, Made for corrections?, Kind of colony in the film "Papillon", Concerned with corrections

The answer to “Word that can precede “code” or “colony”” in the New York Times Mini puzzle October 29 2025 is PENAL. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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