Scorches the surface with intense heat, as a steak
Clue
Scorches the surface with intense heat, as a steak
5 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Feb 7, 2026, #648
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Clues
- Scorches the surface with intense heat, as a steak
“Scorches the surface with intense heat, as a steak” answer
The answer to “Scorches the surface with intense heat, as a steak” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on February 7, 2026 is SEARS.
SEARS
5 letters · Clue 2 · Row 3 of 7
How SEARS fits the word ladder
HEARS → SEARS → STARS
- From HEARS to SEARS, change letter 1 from H to S.
- From SEARS to STARS, change letter 2 from E to T.
SEARS is the answer to clue 2 and occupies row 3 when the top and bottom words are included. Its neighbours each differ by one letter, keeping this puzzle's chain intact.
Crossclimb #648: full word ladder
The full February 7, 2026 ladder is below, with “Scorches the surface with intense heat, as a steak” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | HEART | Top word |
| 2 | HEARS | Perceives something making noise |
| 3 | SEARS← this clue | Scorches the surface with intense heat, as a steak |
| 4 | STARS | Parts of a constellation |
| 5 | STARE | Look at intently |
| 6 | SPARE | Extra, like a fifth wheel for an automobile |
| 7 | SPADE | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Perceives something making noise
- Parts of a constellation
- Look at intently
- Extra, like a fifth wheel for an automobile
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Scorches the surface with intense heat, as a steak” in Crossclimb?
The answer is SEARS, a 5-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #648 on February 7, 2026. It answers clue 2.
How does SEARS fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is HEARS → SEARS → STARS. Change letter 1 from H to S for the first step, then letter 2 from E to T for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #648, dated February 7, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.