Bridge Word Entry · Shared association
What word connects ghost and pumpkin?
Spoiler: the top-scoring bridge answer
spooky
spooky — 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 — Ghosts are the classic spooky figures of folklore.
- Clue 2 — Pumpkins turn spooky when carved into jack-o'-lanterns.
Accepted alternatives
- halloweenaccepted alternative
- orangeaccepted 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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Spooky connects ghost and pumpkin through their shared Halloween atmosphere.
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