Not straight
Clue
Not straight
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Mar 20, 2026, #689
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“Not straight” answer
The answer to “Not straight” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on March 20, 2026 is BENT.
BENT
4 letters · Clue 3 · Row 4 of 7
How BENT fits the word ladder
WENT → BENT → BELT
- From WENT to BENT, change letter 1 from W to B.
- From BENT to BELT, change letter 3 from N to L.
BENT is the answer to clue 3 and occupies row 4 when the top and bottom words are included. Its neighbours each differ by one letter, keeping this puzzle's chain intact.
Crossclimb #689: full word ladder
The full March 20, 2026 ladder is below, with “Not straight” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | WATT | Top word |
| 2 | WANT | Something you don’t need, but would still appreciate having |
| 3 | WENT | ___ all out (gave maximum effort) |
| 4 | BENT← this clue | Not straight |
| 5 | BELT | Fashion item that helps keep a pair of pants on the waist |
| 6 | BOLT | A stroke of lightning |
| 7 | VOLT | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Something you don’t need, but would still appreciate having
- ___ all out (gave maximum effort)
- Fashion item that helps keep a pair of pants on the waist
- A stroke of lightning
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Not straight” in Crossclimb?
The answer is BENT, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #689 on March 20, 2026. It answers clue 3.
How does BENT fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is WENT → BENT → BELT. Change letter 1 from W to B for the first step, then letter 3 from N to L for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #689, dated March 20, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.