Answer key | October 11, 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.
KITE / JET / EAGLE / DRONE
KITE, JET, EAGLE, and DRONE all fit the category "Things that fly". They spend time in the air. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
GAFFER / PRODUCER / DIRECTOR / EDITOR
GAFFER, PRODUCER, DIRECTOR, and EDITOR all fit the category "Film crew roles". They appear in movie credits. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
MAT / BENCH / ROPE / KETTLEBELL
MAT, BENCH, ROPE, and KETTLEBELL 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.
WALK / LIGHT / STONE / BEAM
WALK, LIGHT, STONE, and BEAM all fit the category "Words after moon". Put one word before each answer. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.