Crossclimb #615 Answer – January 5, 2026
TIMECARD
Answer
TIMECARD
Combo Clue
“Two-word phrase for a thing punched in a clock at work at the start and the end of the workday”
📖 How I Solved It
I dove into puzzle #615 on January 5th, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a brain teaser! The combo clue about the 'thing punched in a clock at work' threw me for a loop at first. I kept thinking of various office tools but couldn't connect the dots until I finally realized it was 'TIMECARD.' There was a moment when I guessed 'CLOCKIN' instead, which just didn't fit the letter count. Once I got past that, the Word Ladder was a fun ride, though I got stuck between 'CAKE' and 'CARE' for a while. I mean, who knew I’d be pondering food choices while trying to solve a puzzle? But finally, I made it through to 'CARD' and felt that satisfying click when everything fell into place!
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Start with the combo clue—sometimes it helps to visualize what you're trying to find.
- •Don't hesitate to write down your wrong guesses; they can lead you to the right answer eventually.
- •Work through the Word Ladder step-by-step; each word can offer hints for the next.