Word Lanes Level 8286 Answers
9 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 8286, part of the Levels 8201-8300 block. Level 8286 contains 9 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 are among the hardest levels in the game, with obscure trivia and compound answers that reward the crossing-letter method. 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 8201-8300 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 8286 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| A keepsake, an interesting knickknack | CURIO |
| Authentic Greek restaurants | TAVERNAS |
| Brass instrument, also the shape of some blossoms | TRUMPET |
| Breakable drinking or sundae containers | GLASSES |
| Male who works in law enforcement | POLICEMAN |
| Roman emperor built a fortified wall in Britain | HADRIAN |
| The opposite of superior | INFERIOR |
| Water __, cattle common in Egypt for meat and milk | BUFFALO |
| Word used to change the subject of a conversation | ANYWAY |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
CURIO 5 letters - "A keepsake, an interesting knickknack" is a straight definition, and CURIO is the word that matches. It is the shortest lane here; leave it until the crossings make it obvious.
TAVERNAS 8 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Authentic Greek restaurants" asks for more than one, and TAVERNAS fits. The trailing S is often the first letter a crossing clue hands you.
TRUMPET 7 letters - "Brass instrument, also the shape of some blossoms" leads to TRUMPET by definition. GLASSES in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
GLASSES 7 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Breakable drinking or sundae containers" asks for more than one, and GLASSES fits. The doubled S is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
POLICEMAN 9 letters - "Male who works in law enforcement" is a straight definition, and POLICEMAN is the word that matches. It is the longest answer in Level 8286, so solving it first exposes the most crossing letters.
HADRIAN 7 letters - the clue "Roman emperor built a fortified wall in Britain" describes HADRIAN directly. It begins with H and ends with N; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
INFERIOR 8 letters - "The opposite of superior" leads to INFERIOR by definition. It begins with I and ends with R; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
BUFFALO 7 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: BUFFALO completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. The doubled F is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
ANYWAY 6 letters - "Word used to change the subject of a conversation" is a straight definition, and ANYWAY is the word that matches. It begins with A and ends with Y; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in Word Lanes Level 8286?
Level 8286 has 9 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 8286 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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