Black powder in a chimney
Clue
Black powder in a chimney
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Sep 4, 2026, #857
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“Black powder in a chimney” answer
The answer to “Black powder in a chimney” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on September 4, 2026 is SOOT.
SOOT
4 letters · Clue 5 · Row 6 of 7
How SOOT fits the word ladder
LOOT → SOOT → SHOT
- From LOOT to SOOT, change letter 1 from L to S.
- From SOOT to SHOT, change letter 2 from O to H.
SOOT 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 #857: full word ladder
The full September 4, 2026 ladder is below, with “Black powder in a chimney” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DROP | Top word |
| 2 | CROP | Plant grown for human consumption |
| 3 | COOP | Where chickens live |
| 4 | LOOP | Section of a roller coaster that may be particularly exciting or scary to ride around |
| 5 | LOOT | Treasure found in a dungeon |
| 6 | SOOT← this clue | Black powder in a chimney |
| 7 | SHOT | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Plant grown for human consumption
- Where chickens live
- Section of a roller coaster that may be particularly exciting or scary to ride around
- Treasure found in a dungeon
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Black powder in a chimney” in Crossclimb?
The answer is SOOT, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #857 on September 4, 2026. It answers clue 5.
How does SOOT fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is LOOT → SOOT → SHOT. Change letter 1 from L to S for the first step, then letter 2 from O to H for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #857, dated September 4, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.