Welcome to the daily discussion and solution thread for the LinkedIn Crossclimb puzzle! Today's guide covers Puzzle #885, released on October 2, 2026.
What is LinkedIn Crossclimb?
Crossclimb is a word-ladder game where players solve crossword-style clues to find seven words, then rearrange them to form a ladder. Each consecutive word on the list differs by exactly one letter. Upon completion, the game displays your total time, accuracy, and current streak.
Puzzle Hints & Clues
- Top & Bottom Theme: Two sources of energy, one that’s burned and one that blows. (Keep in mind: the order of the ladder can be top-to-bottom or bottom-to-top).
- Clue 2: Trendy or acceptable
- Clue 3: Play the ___ (act like a court jester)
- Clue 4: Necessary source of nutrients
- Clue 5: Having a warm, positive opinion (of)
- Clue 6: Locate, as something lost
Completed Word Ladder Solution
Here is the correct sequence of words to solve Puzzle #885:
- COAL
- COOL
- FOOL
- FOOD
- FOND
- FIND
- WIND
(Note: The puzzle ladder can also be read in reverse order from WIND to COAL, depending on your board setup.)
