Crossclimb #668 Answer – February 27, 2026
DOORSTOP
Answer
DOORSTOP
Combo Clue
“A compound word for an item used after entering a closed room to keep the entryway open for others”
📖 How I Solved It
So, I dove into puzzle #668, feeling pretty confident at first, but then I hit a wall with the combo clue. 'A compound word for an item used after entering a closed room to keep the entryway open for others'—I kept thinking of doorstops, but I couldn't quite connect it right away. I thought of 'doorframe' at one point, which, let's be honest, didn't help. I finally circled back to the right idea after bouncing through the word ladder. The clues really helped, especially with 'DOER' and 'DEER,' but I definitely stumbled on 'SEEP.' Once I figured out 'STOP' was the end goal, everything clicked. It felt great to finally write down 'DOORSTOP' and check off the puzzle. Quite the journey, to say the least!
💡 Tips for This Puzzle
- •Don't rush through the word ladder; the connections can be tricky.
- •Keep an open mind for compound words; they can be sneaky!
- •If you hit a dead end, take a step back and revisit previous clues.