Relative of the otter and weasel
Clue
Relative of the otter and weasel
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Apr 17, 2026, #717
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Clues
- Relative of the otter and weasel
“Relative of the otter and weasel” answer
The answer to “Relative of the otter and weasel” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on April 17, 2026 is MINK.
MINK
4 letters · Clue 3 · Row 4 of 7
How MINK fits the word ladder
MINE → MINK → LINK
- From MINE to MINK, change letter 4 from E to K.
- From MINK to LINK, change letter 1 from M to L.
MINK 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 #717: full word ladder
The full April 17, 2026 ladder is below, with “Relative of the otter and weasel” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TIME | Top word |
| 2 | MIME | Performer who doesn't say anything |
| 3 | MINE | Where coal or jewels might come from |
| 4 | MINK← this clue | Relative of the otter and weasel |
| 5 | LINK | Something you click to go to another website |
| 6 | LICK | One quick taste of a lollipop |
| 7 | LOCK | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Performer who doesn't say anything
- Where coal or jewels might come from
- Something you click to go to another website
- One quick taste of a lollipop
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Relative of the otter and weasel” in Crossclimb?
The answer is MINK, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #717 on April 17, 2026. It answers clue 3.
How does MINK fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is MINE → MINK → LINK. Change letter 4 from E to K for the first step, then letter 1 from M to L for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #717, dated April 17, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.