diff --git a/tasks/M8.5-hybrid-query-worker.md b/tasks/M8.5-hybrid-query-worker.md
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--- a/tasks/M8.5-hybrid-query-worker.md
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@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@
 |---|---|
 | Phase | M8 — Hybrid Search |
 | Size | L — 2–3 days |
-| Status | ⬜ |
+| Status | ✅ COMPLETE |
 | Flags | — |
 | Spec | inlined below |
 | Blocks | M8.6, M8.7 |