Hard to chew, like low-quality meat
Clue
Hard to chew, like low-quality meat
5 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Sep 13, 2026, #866
1 of 7 words revealed.
Clues
- Hard to chew, like low-quality meat
“Hard to chew, like low-quality meat” answer
The answer to “Hard to chew, like low-quality meat” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on September 13, 2026 is TOUGH.
TOUGH
5 letters · Clue 4 · Row 5 of 7
How TOUGH fits the word ladder
ROUGH → TOUGH → TOUCH
- From ROUGH to TOUGH, change letter 1 from R to T.
- From TOUGH to TOUCH, change letter 4 from G to C.
TOUGH 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 #866: full word ladder
The full September 13, 2026 ladder is below, with “Hard to chew, like low-quality meat” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | HOUSE | Top word |
| 2 | ROUSE | Awaken, or stir to action |
| 3 | ROUGE | Cosmetics purchase for the cheeks |
| 4 | ROUGH | ___ and tumble (turbulent) |
| 5 | TOUGH← this clue | Hard to chew, like low-quality meat |
| 6 | TOUCH | Affect one's heartstrings |
| 7 | COUCH | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Awaken, or stir to action
- Cosmetics purchase for the cheeks
- ___ and tumble (turbulent)
- Affect one's heartstrings
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Hard to chew, like low-quality meat” in Crossclimb?
The answer is TOUGH, a 5-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #866 on September 13, 2026. It answers clue 4.
How does TOUGH fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is ROUGH → TOUGH → TOUCH. Change letter 1 from R to T for the first step, then letter 4 from G to C for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #866, dated September 13, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.