Crossclimb #640 Answer – January 30, 2026
ROADMAPS
Answer
ROADMAPS
Combo Clue
“A two-word phrase that can refer to either strategic business plans or to what a navigation app might show you”
📖 How I Solved It
I dove into puzzle #640 with high hopes, but that combo clue had me scratching my head. 'A two-word phrase that can refer to either strategic business plans or to what a navigation app might show you'—I couldn't quite connect the dots. I spent way too long thinking it might be 'travel plans' or something like that before I finally hit on 'roadmaps.' The word ladder was a bit of a rollercoaster too. I got stuck on 'goad' for a while, and I admit I tried to make 'good' work in a few different contexts. I never thought I'd be thinking about 'goos' and 'moos' in a puzzle, but here we are! In the end, I was relieved to finish up with 'maps,' tying everything together. It felt so satisfying to finally figure it all out.
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Don't underestimate the combo clue; it can lead you to the answer faster than you think.
- •Keep track of your word ladder; sometimes a wrong guess can mess up your flow.
- •Think about alternative meanings of words—'roadmaps' can refer to more than just physical maps.