Grime in a chimney
Clue
Grime in a chimney
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on May 3, 2026, #733
1 of 7 words revealed.
“Grime in a chimney” answer
The answer to “Grime in a chimney” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on May 3, 2026 is SOOT.
SOOT
4 letters · Clue 3 · Row 4 of 7
How SOOT fits the word ladder
SOFT → SOOT → LOOT
- From SOFT to SOOT, change letter 3 from F to O.
- From SOOT to LOOT, change letter 1 from S to L.
SOOT 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 #733: full word ladder
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GIFT | Top word |
| 2 | SIFT | Make more refined, as flour |
| 3 | SOFT | Like a plush toy |
| 4 | SOOT← this clue | Grime in a chimney |
| 5 | LOOT | Treasure claimed by a pirate |
| 6 | LOON | Red-eyed water bird, also called a diver, that is featured on Canada’s dollar coin |
| 7 | LOAN | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Make more refined, as flour
- Like a plush toy
- Treasure claimed by a pirate
- Red-eyed water bird, also called a diver, that is featured on Canada’s dollar coin
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Grime in a chimney” in Crossclimb?
The answer is SOOT, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #733 on May 3, 2026. It answers clue 3.
How does SOOT fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is SOFT → SOOT → LOOT. Change letter 3 from F to O for the first step, then letter 1 from S to L for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #733, dated May 3, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.