Crossclimb #688 Answer – March 19, 2026
BRITSCOT
Answer
BRITSCOT
Combo Clue
“Two words that are both informal, shortened terms for people from the United Kingdom.”
📖 How I Solved It
So, I was kicking back with puzzle #688, and honestly, I got a bit stumped on the combo clue, 'Two words that are both informal, shortened terms for people from the United Kingdom.' I was thinking of all sorts of possible combos, trying to remember if there were other slang terms I missed. At one point, I even guessed 'Britsuit'—yeah, I'm not sure where that came from! But then I started to break it down. I figured 'BRIT' had to be in there, and after some trial and error, I realized 'SCOT' fit perfectly too. Once I saw 'BRITSCOT,' it clicked! I felt pretty clever after finally piecing it together, even if it took me a bit of time to get there.
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Start with the word ladder to get familiar with the words you'll need.
- •Look for common slang that could fit the informal term clue.
- •Don't hesitate to write down your guesses, even if they seem silly.