Decrease in size, like the moon for half the lunar cycle
Clue
Decrease in size, like the moon for half the lunar cycle
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Apr 18, 2026, #718
1 of 7 words revealed.
Clues
- Decrease in size, like the moon for half the lunar cycle
“Decrease in size, like the moon for half the lunar cycle” answer
The answer to “Decrease in size, like the moon for half the lunar cycle” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on April 18, 2026 is WANE.
WANE
4 letters · Clue 5 · Row 6 of 7
How WANE fits the word ladder
WAND → WANE → WAVE
- From WAND to WANE, change letter 4 from D to E.
- From WANE to WAVE, change letter 3 from N to V.
WANE is the answer to clue 5 and occupies row 6 when the top and bottom words are included. Its neighbours each differ by one letter, keeping this puzzle's chain intact.
Crossclimb #718: full word ladder
The full April 18, 2026 ladder is below, with “Decrease in size, like the moon for half the lunar cycle” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SINE | Top word |
| 2 | FINE | Acceptable, but not necessarily great |
| 3 | FIND | Discover something by chance |
| 4 | WIND | Turn the dial of a watch |
| 5 | WAND | A rod used in a magic performance |
| 6 | WANE← this clue | Decrease in size, like the moon for half the lunar cycle |
| 7 | WAVE | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Acceptable, but not necessarily great
- Discover something by chance
- Turn the dial of a watch
- A rod used in a magic performance
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Decrease in size, like the moon for half the lunar cycle” in Crossclimb?
The answer is WANE, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #718 on April 18, 2026. It answers clue 5.
How does WANE fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is WAND → WANE → WAVE. Change letter 4 from D to E for the first step, then letter 3 from N to V for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #718, dated April 18, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.