Hike a worker would love to take? Crossword Clue

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      Think of something that lifts spirits and balances budgets.

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      ?????: An increase in salary or wages.

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      The clue uses a double meaning. 'Hike' can refer to an increase in salary, which is something a worker would love to receive, and 'take' suggests that the worker would willingly accept it.

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      Elevate, Poker player's option, Lift up, Salary increase, Poker action

      Clue Analysis

      If you’ve landed here for the “Hike a worker would love to take?” clue from the October 9 2025, Washington Post mini crossword, you are in the exact right place. Our team of experts has solved today’s entire puzzle and found the precise answer for this clue.

      The 5-letter answer to this puzzle is RAISE. Raise: An increase in salary or wages.

      The clue uses a double meaning. 'Hike' can refer to an increase in salary, which is something a worker would love to receive, and 'take' suggests that the worker would willingly accept it.

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