Heavy metal that alchemists tried to turn into gold
Clue
Heavy metal that alchemists tried to turn into gold
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Jul 2, 2026, #793
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Clues
- Heavy metal that alchemists tried to turn into gold
“Heavy metal that alchemists tried to turn into gold” answer
The answer to “Heavy metal that alchemists tried to turn into gold” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on July 2, 2026 is LEAD.
LEAD
4 letters · Clue 1 · Row 2 of 7
How LEAD fits the word ladder
DEAD → LEAD → LEND
- From DEAD to LEAD, change letter 1 from D to L.
- From LEAD to LEND, change letter 3 from A to N.
LEAD is the answer to clue 1 and occupies row 2 when the top and bottom words are included. Its neighbours each differ by one letter, keeping this puzzle's chain intact.
Crossclimb #793: full word ladder
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DEAD | Top word |
| 2 | LEAD← this clue | Heavy metal that alchemists tried to turn into gold |
| 3 | LEND | Give temporarily, as a tool or book, but expect to get back |
| 4 | LAND | Secure, as a job interview |
| 5 | LANE | Part of a bowling alley or swimming pool |
| 6 | LONE | ___ wolf (an independent, self-reliant individual) |
| 7 | ZONE | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Give temporarily, as a tool or book, but expect to get back
- Secure, as a job interview
- Part of a bowling alley or swimming pool
- ___ wolf (an independent, self-reliant individual)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Heavy metal that alchemists tried to turn into gold” in Crossclimb?
The answer is LEAD, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #793 on July 2, 2026. It answers clue 1.
How does LEAD fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is DEAD → LEAD → LEND. Change letter 1 from D to L for the first step, then letter 3 from A to N for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #793, dated July 2, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.