Crossclimb #608 Answer – December 29, 2025
HOLDFAST
Answer
HOLDFAST
HOLD
COLD
“Chilly”
COLT
“Son of a mare”
COST
“Price”
MOST
“The majority”
MAST
“A crow’s nest on a ship may be on top of it”
FAST
Combo Clue
“A two-word phrase meaning to be resolute despite opposition”
📖 How I Solved It
I really enjoyed tackling puzzle #608, but I hit a snag with the combo clue for 'HOLDFAST.' It took me a minute to wrap my head around it since the phrase was a bit obscure, and I ended up guessing 'STAND FIRM' first, which I thought fit perfectly! But nope, that wasn't it. Once I finally cracked it, the rest fell into place pretty smoothly. The word ladder was fun but tricky. I had to think hard about 'COLD' and 'COLT' because I almost mixed them up. But once I sorted out the steps, the ladder led me to 'FAST' easily. It felt satisfying to connect all the dots and finally get to the answer!
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Pay close attention to the word ladder; it can help guide your thought process.
- •Don't be afraid to make wrong guesses; they can lead you to the right answers!
- •Keep the combo clue in mind while working through the ladder; it can give context.
❓ FAQ
The Crossclimb answer for December 29, 2025 (#608) is HOLDFAST. The complete word ladder is: HOLD → COLD → COLT → COST → MOST → MAST → FAST.