Bridge Word Entry · Shared action
What word connects dog and detective?
Spoiler: the top-scoring bridge answer
sniff
sniff — the strongest link: both clue words connect through it.
The clue ladder
Work down from vague to specific — the same order hints appear in the game.
- Clue 1 — A dog sniffs out scents with remarkable accuracy.
- Clue 2 — A detective sniffs out leads the way a hound follows a trail.
Accepted alternatives
- trackaccepted alternative
- searchaccepted alternative
Depending on the round, several valid answers can score highly; the strongest pick is the one closest to both clues. Seehow scoring works.
Example sentences
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Sniff connects dog and detective through the shared hunting action.
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