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CrissWord

Solve a compact two-clue crossword whose answers share several letters

Price
Free
Platforms
Web, iPhone, Android
Language
English
Features
Daily, Free, Mobile app
Categories
Word puzzles
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What is CrissWord?

CrissWord pares a crossword down to two clues with overlapping letters. Clues can be definitions or wordplay and sometimes draw on general knowledge

There is a daily puzzle in the browser and a CrissWord Games app for iOS and Android. The optional timer records your solve without affecting the score

How to play CrissWord

Solve both clues and use their shared letters to check that the two answers fit together

Modes and features

  • Daily puzzle

CrissWord alternatives

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CrissWord: quick answers

What is CrissWord?

Solve a compact two-clue crossword whose answers share several letters

How do you play CrissWord?

Solve both clues and use their shared letters to check that the two answers fit together

Is CrissWord free?

Yes, CrissWord is free to play

How often is there a new CrissWord puzzle?

CrissWord has a new puzzle every day

Where can I play CrissWord?

CrissWord runs on: Web, iPhone, Android

What are some games like CrissWord?

Try Smartle, Strands, Spelling Bee and Anagram Arena. Each one has its own page here with the details

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