Herb that's also a synonym for "wise
Clue
Herb that's also a synonym for "wise
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Feb 16, 2026, #657
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Clues
- Herb that's also a synonym for "wise
“Herb that's also a synonym for "wise” answer
The answer to “Herb that's also a synonym for "wise” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on February 16, 2026 is SAGE.
SAGE
4 letters · Clue 4 · Row 5 of 7
How SAGE fits the word ladder
PAGE → SAGE → SAVE
- From PAGE to SAGE, change letter 1 from P to S.
- From SAGE to SAVE, change letter 3 from G to V.
SAGE is the answer to clue 4 and occupies row 5 when the top and bottom words are included. Its neighbours each differ by one letter, keeping this puzzle's chain intact.
Crossclimb #657: full word ladder
The full February 16, 2026 ladder is below, with “Herb that's also a synonym for "wise” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | POLE | Top word |
| 2 | PORE | Small hole or opening in the skin |
| 3 | PARE | Cut back or trim from a budget, with “down” |
| 4 | PAGE | Sheet of paper in a book |
| 5 | SAGE← this clue | Herb that's also a synonym for "wise |
| 6 | SAVE | Rescue, or store on a hard drive |
| 7 | WAVE | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Small hole or opening in the skin
- Cut back or trim from a budget, with “down”
- Sheet of paper in a book
- Rescue, or store on a hard drive
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Herb that's also a synonym for "wise” in Crossclimb?
The answer is SAGE, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #657 on February 16, 2026. It answers clue 4.
How does SAGE fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is PAGE → SAGE → SAVE. Change letter 1 from P to S for the first step, then letter 3 from G to V for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #657, dated February 16, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.