Crossclimb #679 Answer – March 10, 2026
RAINCOAT
Answer
RAINCOAT
Combo Clue
“A compound word for a garment that will keep you dry”
📖 How I Solved It
So, I dove into puzzle #679 and the combo clue, 'A compound word for a garment that will keep you dry,' really threw me off at first. I kept thinking about different types of rain gear but couldn't connect the dots to the actual compound word. I guessed things like 'umbrella' and 'poncho,' but those didn't fit the bill. Then I realized it had to be something simpler. Once I broke down the word ladder, things started clicking. I got stuck on 'RAIL' for a bit, trying to remember if it was part of a train track or something else entirely. But after a few wrong turns, I managed to piece together that RAIN plus COAT equals RAINCOAT. I felt a rush of relief when I finally figured it out!
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Focus on the definitions; they can help you connect the words in the ladder.
- •Don’t be afraid to backtrack if you hit a wall; sometimes a fresh perspective is all you need.
- •Keep the combo clue in mind while working through the ladder—it'll guide your thinking.