___-playing game
Clue
___-playing game
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Sep 21, 2026, #874
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Clues
- ___-playing game
“___-playing game” answer
The answer to “___-playing game” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on September 21, 2026 is ROLE.
ROLE
4 letters · Clue 1 · Row 2 of 7
How ROLE fits the word ladder
ROPE → ROLE → ROLL
- From ROPE to ROLE, change letter 3 from P to L.
- From ROLE to ROLL, change letter 4 from E to L.
ROLE 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 #874: full word ladder
The full September 21, 2026 ladder is below, with “___-playing game” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ROPE | Top word |
| 2 | ROLE← this clue | ___-playing game |
| 3 | ROLL | Do a somersault |
| 4 | TOLL | Cost to drive on some roadways |
| 5 | TOIL | Work very hard |
| 6 | TAIL | Wagging appendage |
| 7 | SAIL | Bottom word |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “___-playing game” in Crossclimb?
The answer is ROLE, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #874 on September 21, 2026. It answers clue 1.
How does ROLE fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is ROPE → ROLE → ROLL. Change letter 3 from P to L for the first step, then letter 4 from E to L for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #874, dated September 21, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.