MEOW #221 Prominent Features

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MEOW #221 Prominent Features

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Last night [months ago!] I had an idea for a possible MEOW. But when I came to construct the grid this afternoon, I hit some issues. But with a slight change in direction, the puzzle you see before you emerged. And while it is not quite what I had initially intended, I think it might even be slightly better! The answer to the meta is a 2-word phrase that will be rather prominent.

The easiest way to submit is on Crosshare (and you get instant feedback and unlimited attempts!) But you can also PM me with your submission. Either way, I'll compile a list of those who successfully solve the meta.

Prominent Features - Crosshare
Prominent Features - PUZ
Prominent Features - PDF

Kitten
Calico
Persian
Puma
Lion

Nudges are here.
The solution is here.

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Ooh this one was so much fun! Thanks Ben!
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#3

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Out of the bag and onto the couch 'til Monday!
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#4

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Thanks Ben. Nice meta.
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#5

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The feline is free - great aha moment for me. Thanks ben!
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Probably InAJam
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#6

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Cat out. Thanks.
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#7

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Cat flew out of the Dorito bag. It’s still amazed at what it learned from yesterday's MOAT.
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Cat is out. Thanks, Ben!
Cindy Heisler
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DeMEOWed. Thanks, Ben.
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Always nice when the first thing works. :lol: Fun one, thanks.
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#11

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Cat is footloose and fancy free. Thanks for the puzzle, Ben!
Matthew
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#12

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:crossed_swords: :rabbit: :cat: Nice one, Ben - thanks!

Cat is out, after taking a second look for something "he" missed the first time...
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Forgot a letter. Cat is out and blushing at the mistake!
Heidi
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"Prominent feature? Uh-- I dunno..."

Thanks for a puzzle with many great features, Ben!
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Feline freed!
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Just over 24 hours in and we're at 43 already!

Danny K Bernstein
Tom Wilson
Mg305
Mr Tex
LarsCaine
Pair O Ducks
Alex Sisti
JM
Darth
kymike
DIS
DCBilly
Hector
InAJelly
boharr
Sendhil Revuluri
Meg
imontoo
Cindy Heisler
Serafin
markhr
Carolyn
ajk
MatthewL
Dave C
DrTom
KayW
Tyrpmom
Scrivimancer
kurtalert
woozy
hoover
Tim
Laura M
Cindy Weatherman
CPJohnson
iceman
whimsy
heidi
Kristi
Jaclyn
lbray53
I K Snamhcok
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Cat is out!
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Cat is out of the bag!
My avatar proves that it is sometimes better to be lucky than good!
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Cat escaped last night and haven’t seen her since… might be hunting down another meta to conquer. Thanks Ben!
The other Wendy. :roll:
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The prominent feature of this cat is that it is now out of the bag!
Bespoke nudges available upon request (if I'm on shore, off the couch, in the castle, petting an un-bagged cat, ...).
Let me know how small or large a hint you want, or hit me with a specific question(s).
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