Daily word puzzle
Bridge Words
Span 94
· Five bridges to build
Before you play
Everyday words cross between objects and actions. Read the clues broadly: something concrete on one side may become an action or an idea on the other.
A gentle nudge
Do not assume that the clues themselves will describe the theme. Solve their shared word first; the theme links the answers.
Check a bridge
Each reveal below shows one matched clue pair, its answer, and why the word fits. Open only the bridge you want to check.
Bridge 1: reveal the pair and answer
painter's surface ↔ sailcloth
CANVAS
Canvas is a surface an artist paints on. It is also a strong fabric used as sailcloth.
Bridge 2: reveal the pair and answer
fire someone ↔ wood-chopping blade
AXE
To axe someone is to fire them. An axe is also a blade used for chopping wood.
Bridge 3: reveal the pair and answer
equal in quality ↔ dating-app connection
MATCH
To match something is to equal it in quality. A match is also a connection between people on a dating app.
Bridge 4: reveal the pair and answer
cards wrapped in foil ↔ fill a suitcase
PACK
Collectible cards are sold in foil packs. To pack is also to fill a suitcase for a trip.
Bridge 5: reveal the pair and answer
share in a company ↔ vampire slayer's weapon
STAKE
A stake is a share or interest in a company. A wooden stake is also the traditional weapon used against a vampire.
Reveal the keystone and theme
CAMPS
The initials of CANVAS, AXE, MATCH, PACK, and STAKE spell CAMPS. Canvas can make a tent, an axe can split wood, a match can light a fire, a pack carries gear, and a stake secures a tent.
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