Edition No. 49 · GlobalEst. 2026

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LINK

Complete each compound — the answers share a hidden connection.

5 compounds

Past puzzle — Monday, September 21, 2026. Streaks and XP are only earned on today's puzzle. Play today's →

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Meta clue — the connection

They might be found in a court

1.+BALL=BALL
2.+BOARD=BOARD
3.+STICK=STICK
4.+POOL=POOL
5.+FIELD=FIELD

The connection

What do the 5 fill-words have in common?

How to play LINK

  • • Each line shows a starter word with a blank before or after it. Type a word into the blank to form a common compound word or familiar phrase.
  • • The forming compound previews live as you type — it turns green when your fill is correct.
  • • The 5 fill-words all share a hidden connection. Read the meta clue, then type the connection at the bottom.
  • • Solve every compound AND the connection to win. Use a Hint to reveal one fill-word if you're stuck.
  • • Solve today's puzzle to grow your streak and earn XP.

LINK is an original game created by and © Franklin A. Malpass for Planet Earth News Network.