Held in reserve, possibly for emergency use
Clue
Held in reserve, possibly for emergency use
5 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on May 1, 2026, #731
1 of 7 words revealed.
Clues
- Held in reserve, possibly for emergency use
“Held in reserve, possibly for emergency use” answer
The answer to “Held in reserve, possibly for emergency use” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on May 1, 2026 is SPARE.
SPARE
5 letters · Clue 2 · Row 3 of 7
How SPARE fits the word ladder
SNARE → SPARE → SPIRE
- From SNARE to SPARE, change letter 2 from N to P.
- From SPARE to SPIRE, change letter 3 from A to I.
SPARE 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 #731: full word ladder
The full May 1, 2026 ladder is below, with “Held in reserve, possibly for emergency use” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SNAKE | Top word |
| 2 | SNARE | Type of drum typically in the center of a kit |
| 3 | SPARE← this clue | Held in reserve, possibly for emergency use |
| 4 | SPIRE | Tall, tapering structure on top of a skyscraper |
| 5 | SPINE | The “backbone” of a book that joins the two covers and is attached to the pages |
| 6 | SPINS | Rotates, like a fidget toy |
| 7 | SKINS | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Type of drum typically in the center of a kit
- Tall, tapering structure on top of a skyscraper
- The “backbone” of a book that joins the two covers and is attached to the pages
- Rotates, like a fidget toy
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Held in reserve, possibly for emergency use” in Crossclimb?
The answer is SPARE, a 5-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #731 on May 1, 2026. It answers clue 2.
How does SPARE fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is SNARE → SPARE → SPIRE. Change letter 2 from N to P for the first step, then letter 3 from A to I for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #731, dated May 1, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.