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      Hint 1

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      Think of something that keeps footwear snug and secure.

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      ????? are cords or strings used to fasten shoes or clothing.

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      The clue uses wordplay to suggest a pair of things that are tied together. 'Tongue' refers to the part of a shoe, and '?????' tie the tongue in place, thus forming a 'tongue-tied couple.'

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      Loafers’ lack, Features of baseballs and baseball gloves

      Clue Analysis

      If you’ve landed here for the “Tongue-tied couple?” clue from the October 27 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 LACES. Laces are cords or strings used to fasten shoes or clothing.

      The clue uses wordplay to suggest a pair of things that are tied together. 'Tongue' refers to the part of a shoe, and 'laces' tie the tongue in place, thus forming a 'tongue-tied couple.'

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