Animal that lost a race to a tortoise in an Aesop fable
Clue
Animal that lost a race to a tortoise in an Aesop fable
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Jul 7, 2026, #798
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Clues
- Animal that lost a race to a tortoise in an Aesop fable
“Animal that lost a race to a tortoise in an Aesop fable” answer
The answer to “Animal that lost a race to a tortoise in an Aesop fable” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on July 7, 2026 is HARE.
HARE
4 letters · Clue 4 · Row 5 of 7
How HARE fits the word ladder
DARE → HARE → HIRE
- From DARE to HARE, change letter 1 from D to H.
- From HARE to HIRE, change letter 2 from A to I.
HARE is the answer to clue 4 and occupies row 5 when the top and bottom words are included. Its neighbours each differ by one letter, keeping this puzzle's chain intact.
Crossclimb #798: full word ladder
The full July 7, 2026 ladder is below, with “Animal that lost a race to a tortoise in an Aesop fable” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | BACK | Top word |
| 2 | BARK | Outer layer of a tree |
| 3 | DARK | Without any light |
| 4 | DARE | “Truth or ___?” |
| 5 | HARE← this clue | Animal that lost a race to a tortoise in an Aesop fable |
| 6 | HIRE | Bring on to the workforce |
| 7 | FIRE | Bottom word |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Animal that lost a race to a tortoise in an Aesop fable” in Crossclimb?
The answer is HARE, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #798 on July 7, 2026. It answers clue 4.
How does HARE fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is DARE → HARE → HIRE. Change letter 1 from D to H for the first step, then letter 2 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 #798, dated July 7, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.