Play the ___ (act like a court jester)
Clue
Play the ___ (act like a court jester)
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Oct 2, 2026, #885
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- Play the ___ (act like a court jester)
“Play the ___ (act like a court jester)” answer
The answer to “Play the ___ (act like a court jester)” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on October 2, 2026 is FOOL.
FOOL
4 letters · Clue 2 · Row 3 of 7
How FOOL fits the word ladder
COOL → FOOL → FOOD
- From COOL to FOOL, change letter 1 from C to F.
- From FOOL to FOOD, change letter 4 from L to D.
FOOL 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 #885: full word ladder
The full October 2, 2026 ladder is below, with “Play the ___ (act like a court jester)” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | COAL | Top word |
| 2 | COOL | Trendy or acceptable |
| 3 | FOOL← this clue | Play the ___ (act like a court jester) |
| 4 | FOOD | Necessary source of nutrients |
| 5 | FOND | Having a warm, positive opinion (of) |
| 6 | FIND | Locate, as something lost |
| 7 | WIND | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Trendy or acceptable
- Necessary source of nutrients
- Having a warm, positive opinion (of)
- Locate, as something lost
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Play the ___ (act like a court jester)” in Crossclimb?
The answer is FOOL, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #885 on October 2, 2026. It answers clue 2.
How does FOOL fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is COOL → FOOL → FOOD. Change letter 1 from C to F for the first step, then letter 4 from L to D for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #885, dated October 2, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.