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LinkedIn Crossclimb #839 answer — Monday, August 17, 2026

Crossclimb · A word ladder where each rung changes one letter · puzzle #839

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Crossclimb #839 is a ladder of 5 4-letter words; each rung changes exactly one letter from the one before. Solve the clues in any order, then sort them so neighbours differ by one letter — the top and bottom words unlock last.

Hints

Hint 1 — where to start

One rung is "Fiberglass bandage used to immobilize a broken bone" — a 4-letter word.

Hint 2 — a solid foothold

The rungs, in ladder order, start with MASS and end with COAT.

Hint 3 — nearly there

The top word is MISS; the bottom is BOAT.

Solution

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  1. missTop: The top + bottom rows = Two words that complete the expression “___ the ___” meaning to lose out on an opportunity (i.e., the ship’s already left!). Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
  2. massPhysical property measured in grams
  3. mastTall pole used to support a sail
  4. castFiberglass bandage used to immobilize a broken bone
  5. costIt’s listed on a price tag
  6. coatOuterwear to protect from the cold and rain
  7. boatBottom: The top + bottom rows = Two words that complete the expression “___ the ___” meaning to lose out on an opportunity (i.e., the ship’s already left!). Keep in mind: The first word may be at the bottom.
Solution as text

MISS → MASS → MAST → CAST → COST → COAT → BOAT

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