Bridge Word Entry · Shared property
What word connects steel and oak?
Spoiler: the top-scoring bridge answer
strong
strong — 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 — Steel is prized in construction for being strong.
- Clue 2 — Oak is a strong hardwood used for beams and furniture.
Accepted alternatives
- hardaccepted alternative
- sturdyaccepted 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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Strong connects steel and oak as the shared quality each is valued for.
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