Crossclimb 839 Answer & Solution Guide
Answer: MISS BOAT
Puzzle Overview
Today's Crossclimb puzzle #839 starts with MISS and ends with BOAT. The theme clue points to the expression miss the boat, meaning to lose out on an opportunity because the chance has already passed.
The five middle answers are MASS, MAST, CAST, COST, and COAT. The ladder moves from MISS toward BOAT through one-letter changes, with the nautical hint in MAST helping connect the answer back to the final phrase.
Complete Word Ladder
| Position | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| Top | MISS | First word in the expression "miss the boat" |
| 1 | MASS | Physical property measured in grams |
| 2 | MAST | Tall pole used to support a sail |
| 3 | CAST | Fiberglass bandage used to immobilize a broken bone |
| 4 | COST | It's listed on a price tag |
| 5 | COAT | Outerwear to protect from the cold and rain |
| Bottom | BOAT | Second word in the expression "miss the boat" |
Player Solution Walkthrough
Step 1: Understanding the Puzzle
The theme clue asks for two words that complete the expression "___ the ___." The meaning, losing out on an opportunity, points directly to miss the boat.
Step 2: Starting from the Top
"Physical property measured in grams" gives MASS. It is a close first step from MISS, changing one vowel while keeping the same four-letter shape.
Step 3: Building the Middle
"Tall pole used to support a sail" is MAST, which also quietly reinforces the boat theme. From there, "Fiberglass bandage used to immobilize a broken bone" gives CAST.
Step 4: Connecting to the Bottom
"It's listed on a price tag" points to COST, and "Outerwear to protect from the cold and rain" gives COAT. The final step changes COAT into BOAT, completing the phrase.
Step 5: The Answer
The full ladder is:
MISS -> MASS -> MAST -> CAST -> COST -> COAT -> BOAT
That makes the final answer MISS BOAT.
Word Reference
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| MISS | To fail to hit, catch, attend, or take advantage of something |
| MASS | A measure of the amount of matter in an object |
| MAST | A tall vertical pole on a ship that supports sails or rigging |
| CAST | A hard protective covering used to support a broken bone |
| COST | The price or amount required to buy or do something |
| COAT | An outer garment worn for warmth or protection |
| BOAT | A small or medium-sized vessel used on water |
FAQ
Q1: What is the answer to Crossclimb 839?
The answer is MISS BOAT.
Q2: What is the full word ladder?
The full ladder is MISS -> MASS -> MAST -> CAST -> COST -> COAT -> BOAT.
Q3: How many middle answers are there?
There are five middle answers: MASS, MAST, CAST, COST, and COAT.
Q4: Why do MISS and BOAT make the answer?
They complete the expression miss the boat, which means to lose an opportunity.
Q5: What was the trickiest clue?
MAST may be the most helpful clue because it is a straightforward answer and also points toward the boat-related theme.
Strategy Tips
- Use the theme clue first when it gives a familiar phrase.
- Check each neighboring word for exactly one changed letter.
- Let concrete clues like grams, sail, and price tag anchor the ladder.
- Watch vowel changes closely in short four-letter ladders.
- Confirm the final phrase after solving both endpoint words.