Remove the fuse from, say WSJ Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? D
2 ? I
3 ? S
4 ? A
5 ? R
6 ? M
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      Hint 1

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      Think of what you do to make a dangerous situation safe, especially when dealing with explosives.

      Hint 2

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      To ?????? means to remove weapons or make safe by removing a threat.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The clue uses 'remove the fuse' as a metaphor for making something safe, similar to ??????ing a bomb. 'Say' indicates that this is an example or a figurative way to describe the action.

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      Render harmless, Take weapons away from, Win over with charm

      Clue Analysis

      The clue “Remove the fuse from, say” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated November 6 2025, the definitive 6-letter answer is: DISARM.

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