Crossclimb #619 Answer – January 9, 2026
PARERCARVE
Answer
PARERCARVE
Combo Clue
“A type of kitchen knife, and what you might do with a kitchen knife”
📖 How I Solved It
So, I sat down to tackle puzzle #619 and was immediately stumped by the combo clue. "A type of kitchen knife, and what you might do with a kitchen knife" had me scratching my head for a bit. I thought of all sorts of knives but couldn't connect the dots until I finally landed on 'PARER.' But then, I got sidetracked with some wrong guesses like 'SLICER' and 'CHOPPER.' It took a while, but once I figured out 'CARVE' fit perfectly with what you might do with a knife, everything clicked into place. The word ladder was a fun detour, but I totally stumbled on 'PURER' – I was convinced it had to do with cleaning products for way too long. I eventually made my way from 'PARER' all the way to 'CARVE' and felt pretty accomplished after that!
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Think about the actions associated with kitchen tools, not just their names.
- •Keep in mind that some words may have multiple meanings, which can help in guessing.
- •Don't be afraid to try different words in the ladder; sometimes a fresh perspective helps.