Absence or deficiency
Clue
Absence or deficiency
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Jan 27, 2026, #637
1 of 7 words revealed.
“Absence or deficiency” answer
The answer to “Absence or deficiency” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on January 27, 2026 is LACK.
LACK
4 letters · Clue 1 · Row 2 of 7
How LACK fits the word ladder
BACK → LACK → LOCK
- From BACK to LACK, change letter 1 from B to L.
- From LACK to LOCK, change letter 2 from A to O.
LACK is the answer to clue 1 and occupies row 2 when the top and bottom words are included. Its neighbours each differ by one letter, keeping this puzzle's chain intact.
Crossclimb #637: full word ladder
The full January 27, 2026 ladder is below, with “Absence or deficiency” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | BACK | Top word |
| 2 | LACK← this clue | Absence or deficiency |
| 3 | LOCK | Button on a car key fob used to secure the vehicle |
| 4 | LOOK | Give a second ___ (view again to reconsider a decision) |
| 5 | LOOM | Appear on the horizon, perhaps ominously |
| 6 | DOOM | “It’s not all ___ and gloom”, so stay optimistic you can remember this missing word for a terrible fate |
| 7 | DOOR | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Button on a car key fob used to secure the vehicle
- Give a second ___ (view again to reconsider a decision)
- Appear on the horizon, perhaps ominously
- “It’s not all ___ and gloom”, so stay optimistic you can remember this missing word for a terrible fate
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Absence or deficiency” in Crossclimb?
The answer is LACK, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #637 on January 27, 2026. It answers clue 1.
How does LACK fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is BACK → LACK → LOCK. Change letter 1 from B to L for the first step, then letter 2 from A to O for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #637, dated January 27, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.