Crossclimb #675 Answer – March 6, 2026
PLAYDEAD
Answer
PLAYDEAD
Combo Clue
“Two-word term for what an opossum might do to fool a predator”
📖 How I Solved It
I tackled puzzle #675 on a lazy afternoon, and let me tell you, it had me scratching my head! The combo clue 'Two-word term for what an opossum might do to fool a predator' threw me off at first. I couldn’t think of anything beyond ‘play dead’, so I just started there. The word ladder was a whole different beast, though. I got stuck on 'SLAY'. My brain was stuck on fantasy games, and I thought it had something to do with video games instead of dragons! I finally sorted it out and made the connections after a few wrong guesses. I’m glad I didn’t give up because getting from 'PLAY' to 'DEAD' was super satisfying. It felt like a mini-adventure in itself!
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Look for connections between the words in the ladder; they often have shared letters.
- •Don’t get too hung up on one word; sometimes stepping back helps you see the bigger picture.
- •If a clue seems off, try to think of synonyms or alternative meanings to spark new ideas.