Word Lanes Level 8986 Answers
13 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 8986, part of the Levels 8901-9000 block. Level 8986 contains 13 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 8901-9000 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 8986 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| A domesticated animal | PET |
| Abbreviation for an underwater boat | SUB |
| All is fair in love and __ | WAR |
| Compass point that's an anagram of thorn | NORTH |
| Cut and dried grass used as fodder | HAY |
| Daring, willing to take risks | ADVENTUROUS |
| Hollow in the head between the nose and mouth | SINUS |
| Italian fashion and design capital of the world | MILAN |
| Make hair a different shade | DYE |
| Nationality of Frida Kahlo and Oscar de la Hoya | MEXICAN |
| The English Patient nurse who calls patients buddy | HANA |
| What trees are made of | WOOD |
| __ Jack, American mild cheese | MONTEREY |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
PET 3 letters - PET is a short, common word - the clue "A domesticated animal" gives it away with a straight definition. It ties with SUB for the shortest lane here; wait for crossings before committing.
SUB 3 letters - SUB is a short, common word - the clue "Abbreviation for an underwater boat" gives it away with a straight definition. At just 3 letters, it is a quick fill - the crossing letters from longer answers should confirm it.
WAR 3 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: WAR completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It opens with an uncommon W, which makes it a strong anchor for the lanes it crosses.
NORTH 5 letters - reading "Compass point that's an anagram of thorn" literally points to NORTH. SINUS in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
HAY 3 letters - HAY is a short, common word - the clue "Cut and dried grass used as fodder" gives it away with a straight definition. It begins with H and ends with Y; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
ADVENTUROUS 11 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Daring, willing to take risks" asks for more than one, and ADVENTUROUS fits. It is the longest answer in Level 8986, so solving it first exposes the most crossing letters.
SINUS 5 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Hollow in the head between the nose and mouth" asks for more than one, and SINUS fits. The trailing S is often the first letter a crossing clue hands you.
MILAN 5 letters - reading "Italian fashion and design capital of the world" literally points to MILAN. It begins with M and ends with N; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
DYE 3 letters - DYE is a short, common word - the clue "Make hair a different shade" gives it away with a straight definition. It begins with D and ends with E; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
MEXICAN 7 letters - the clue "Nationality of Frida Kahlo and Oscar de la Hoya" describes MEXICAN directly. It begins with M and ends with N; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
HANA 4 letters - "The English Patient nurse who calls patients buddy" leads to HANA by definition. At just 4 letters, it is a quick fill - the crossing letters from longer answers should confirm it.
WOOD 4 letters - reading "What trees are made of" literally points to WOOD. The doubled O is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
MONTEREY 8 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: MONTEREY completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It begins with M 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 8986?
Level 8986 has 13 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 8986 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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