Bridge Word Entry · Shared association
What word connects umbrella and boots?
Spoiler: the top-scoring bridge answer
rain
rain — 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 — An umbrella is carried against the rain.
- Clue 2 — Boots are pulled on to splash through the rain.
Accepted alternatives
- wetaccepted alternative
- puddleaccepted 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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Rain connects umbrella and boots as the weather both answer to.
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