Island chains Crossword Clue

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Island chains Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

CHAINS (noun)
1. metal shackles; for hands or legs
ISLAND (noun)
1. a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
2. a zone or area resembling an island

Hint 2: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
ISLE

More Newsday Crossword (7/18/2026) Answers

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