Hints for 17 October 2026

From Frostline to Footlights

Clues for every row of the 17 October 2026 ladder, ‘From Frostline to Footlights’. Each answer stays hidden until you ask for it.

Difficulty
Demon
Genius Score
600
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A chill advance drifts toward rhythm beneath your feet.

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  1. Row 1 · Guide wordCOLD
  2. Row 2

    5 letters · Synonym: facade

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    FRONT

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  3. Row 3

    3 letters · Synonym: line · Given letters: R _ _

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    ROW

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  4. Row 4

    4 letters · Synonym: vessel

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    BOAT

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  5. Row 5 · Guide wordTRIP
  6. Row 6

    4 letters · Synonym: cable

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    WIRE

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  7. Row 7 · Guide wordTAP
  8. Row 8

    5 letters · Synonym: boogie

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    DANCE

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  9. Row 9 · Guide wordFLOOR