Crossclimb #659 Answer – February 18, 2026
HOMESICK
Answer
HOMESICK
Combo Clue
“A compound word that describes how someone might feel during a long trip abroad if they are missing their usual place.”
📖 How I Solved It
I tackled puzzle #659 on February 18, 2026, and let me tell you, it was a rollercoaster! The combo clue, 'A compound word that describes how someone might feel during a long trip abroad if they are missing their usual place,' really threw me for a loop. I kept thinking of different emotions until I finally hit on 'homesick.' I did make a few wrong guesses along the way—'nostalgic' and 'wanderlust' came to mind but didn’t fit the combo. The word ladder was a fun challenge, especially when I got stuck between 'sick' and 'silo.' I couldn't figure out how to navigate those transitions until I realized I could swap out letters one by one. It was a satisfying moment when I finally pieced it all together. Overall, it was a fun puzzle that had me feeling a bit 'homesick' for simpler days of puzzle-solving!
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Don't rush through the clues; take your time to think about the meanings.
- •Keep track of your wrong guesses to avoid going in circles.
- •Use the word ladder to brainstorm related words that might help with the combo clue.