Word Lanes Level 1689 Answers
8 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 1689, part of the Levels 1601-1700 block. Level 1689 contains 8 clues, each one solved and then typed back into the live Fanatee Inc app so that every answer on this page matches the word the game actually accepts. These sit in the intermediate band, where the order turns random, clues start using wordplay, and multi-word answers appear. Below you will find each clue paired with its exact answer in a clean two-column table, followed by a word-by-word breakdown that explains why each solution fits its lane, how long it is, and which letters it hands to the crossing clues. If a lane is fighting you, start with the longest answer in the level: it releases the most crossing letters and usually collapses the rest of the stack. Because Word Lanes randomises level order per player after Level 12, the number printed on your screen may not be the number here - if the clues below are not the ones you are looking at, use the Clue Search Tool and type any word from your clue instead of hunting by number. You can also browse the neighbouring levels further down this page, jump back to the full 1601-1700 index, open the complete level list, or read the Tips for tactics that work on every tier. Answers verified by senior editor Dmitri Ivanov.
Level 1689 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Being excessively overweight | OBESENESS |
| Ben & Jerry's ice cream started in this US state | VERMONT |
| Cottontail in Chinese calendar | RABBIT |
| Paul __ played Paul Buchman on Mad About You | REISER |
| Removing flakes of citrus fruit skin | ZESTING |
| Spanish word for the shortest month of the year | FEBRERO |
| Spiced __, dovelike dish with Indian flavors | PIGEON |
| Thumping, hammering sound | THUDDING |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
OBESENESS 9 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Being excessively overweight" asks for more than one, and OBESENESS fits. It is the longest answer in Level 1689, so solving it first exposes the most crossing letters.
VERMONT 7 letters - the clue "Ben & Jerry's ice cream started in this US state" describes VERMONT directly. It opens with an uncommon V, which makes it a strong anchor for the lanes it crosses.
RABBIT 6 letters - "Cottontail in Chinese calendar" leads to RABBIT by definition. It ties with REISER for the shortest lane here; wait for crossings before committing.
REISER 6 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: REISER completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. RABBIT in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
ZESTING 7 letters - the present participle ending narrows the options - "Removing flakes of citrus fruit skin" leads to ZESTING. It opens with an uncommon Z, which makes it a strong anchor for the lanes it crosses.
FEBRERO 7 letters - the clue "Spanish word for the shortest month of the year" describes FEBRERO directly. It begins with F and ends with O; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
PIGEON 6 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: PIGEON completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It begins with P and ends with N; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
THUDDING 8 letters - the present participle ending narrows the options - "Thumping, hammering sound" leads to THUDDING. The doubled D is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in Word Lanes Level 1689?
Level 1689 has 8 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 1689 looks different?
After Level 12, Word Lanes randomises level order per player. Your game may show this puzzle under a different number. Use the Clue Search tool on the homepage to find any clue by text.
Where are the answers verified?
Every answer is entered into the live Fanatee app by senior editor Dmitri Ivanov to confirm the game accepts it before publishing.
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