Answer key | October 20, 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.
TULIP / FIREWORK / ROSE / ALGAE
TULIP, FIREWORK, ROSE, and ALGAE all fit the category "Things that bloom". Each can bloom in its own way. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
LIME / PEA / FERN / MOSS
LIME, PEA, FERN, and MOSS all fit the category "Green things". They commonly show up in green. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
COIN / MOUSE / KITE / COMET
COIN, MOUSE, KITE, and COMET all fit the category "Things with tails". Each can have or refer to a tail. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.
HEIGHT / STONE / TENSION / FREIGHT
HEIGHT, STONE, TENSION, and FREIGHT all fit the category "Hidden numbers". Each word hides a number sound or spelling. The shared link accounts for all four words, which is why the remaining board words should be tested against a different rule.