Out of shape or crooked
Clue
Out of shape or crooked
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Sep 18, 2026, #871
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“Out of shape or crooked” answer
The answer to “Out of shape or crooked” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on September 18, 2026 is BENT.
BENT
4 letters · Clue 2 · Row 3 of 7
How BENT fits the word ladder
BEST → BENT → RENT
- From BEST to BENT, change letter 3 from S to N.
- From BENT to RENT, change letter 1 from B to R.
BENT is the answer to clue 2 and occupies row 3 when the top and bottom words are included. Its neighbours each differ by one letter, keeping this puzzle's chain intact.
Crossclimb #871: full word ladder
The full September 18, 2026 ladder is below, with “Out of shape or crooked” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | WEST | Top word |
| 2 | BEST | The tops, quality-wise |
| 3 | BENT← this clue | Out of shape or crooked |
| 4 | RENT | Monthly apartment payment |
| 5 | REND | Tear apart |
| 6 | RIND | Outer part of a lemon |
| 7 | WIND | Bottom word |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Out of shape or crooked” in Crossclimb?
The answer is BENT, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #871 on September 18, 2026. It answers clue 2.
How does BENT fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is BEST → BENT → RENT. Change letter 3 from S to N for the first step, then letter 1 from B to R for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #871, dated September 18, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.