Answer key | August 5, 2026
The full solution is below, with a short explanation for each group. To avoid spoilers, play the puzzle or open the hints page before reading the answer panels.
LETTER / ORIGAMI / LAUNDRY / MAP
LETTER, ORIGAMI, LAUNDRY, and MAP all fit the category "Things you fold". A crease is part of the process. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
ALIBI / MOTIVE / EVIDENCE / SUSPECT
ALIBI, MOTIVE, EVIDENCE, and SUSPECT all fit the category "Mystery story clues". A detective asks about these. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
BENCH / ROPE / KETTLEBELL / MAT
BENCH, ROPE, KETTLEBELL, and MAT all fit the category "Things in a gym". Training rooms are their habitat. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
FORTE / ALLEGRO / PIANO / ADAGIO
FORTE, ALLEGRO, PIANO, and ADAGIO all fit the category "Musical directions". A score might tell a player these. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.