Word Lanes Level 257 Answers
9 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 257, part of the Levels 201-300 block. Level 257 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 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 201-300 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 257 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| A male forename that is often given as Thos | THOMAS |
| A nice surprise or present | TREAT |
| Ninth month of the Islamic calendar | RAMADAN |
| Political event to show campaign support | RALLY |
| Running late, not on schedule | DELAYED |
| Stephen and Regina's royal name | KING |
| Urgent request for funds or support | APPEAL |
| Visually __, unable to see perfectly | IMPAIRED |
| __ around an issue, avoiding mentioning something | SKIRTING |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
THOMAS 6 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "A male forename that is often given as Thos" asks for more than one, and THOMAS fits. The trailing S is often the first letter a crossing clue hands you.
TREAT 5 letters - the clue "A nice surprise or present" describes TREAT directly. RALLY in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
RAMADAN 7 letters - "Ninth month of the Islamic calendar" leads to RAMADAN by definition. It begins with R and ends with N; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
RALLY 5 letters - the adverb ending narrows the options - "Political event to show campaign support" leads to RALLY. The doubled L is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
DELAYED 7 letters - the past tense ending narrows the options - "Running late, not on schedule" leads to DELAYED. It begins with D and ends with D; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
KING 4 letters - the present participle ending narrows the options - "Stephen and Regina's royal name" leads to KING. It is the shortest lane here; leave it until the crossings make it obvious.
APPEAL 6 letters - "Urgent request for funds or support" leads to APPEAL by definition. The doubled P is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
IMPAIRED 8 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: IMPAIRED completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It ties with SKIRTING for the longest lane in Level 257 at 8 letters, so either one opens up the most crossings.
SKIRTING 8 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: SKIRTING completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It begins with S and ends with G; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in Word Lanes Level 257?
Level 257 has 9 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 257 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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