Competes in an election or for a prize
Clue
Competes in an election or for a prize
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on May 10, 2026, #740
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Clues
- Competes in an election or for a prize
“Competes in an election or for a prize” answer
The answer to “Competes in an election or for a prize” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on May 10, 2026 is VIES.
VIES
4 letters · Clue 5 · Row 6 of 7
How VIES fits the word ladder
PIES → VIES → VIEW
- From PIES to VIES, change letter 1 from P to V.
- From VIES to VIEW, change letter 4 from S to W.
VIES 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 #740: full word ladder
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PARK | Top word |
| 2 | PACK | Group of dogs |
| 3 | PICK | Tool used to break up soil or rock |
| 4 | PICS | Photos, for short |
| 5 | PIES | Baked dishes with pastry crusts and sweet or savory fillings |
| 6 | VIES← this clue | Competes in an election or for a prize |
| 7 | VIEW | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Group of dogs
- Tool used to break up soil or rock
- Photos, for short
- Baked dishes with pastry crusts and sweet or savory fillings
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Competes in an election or for a prize” in Crossclimb?
The answer is VIES, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #740 on May 10, 2026. It answers clue 5.
How does VIES fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is PIES → VIES → VIEW. Change letter 1 from P to V for the first step, then letter 4 from S to W for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #740, dated May 10, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.