Word Lanes Level 489 Answers
11 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 489, part of the Levels 401-500 block. Level 489 contains 11 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 401-500 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 489 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Actors do this after a performance, to applause | BOW |
| Irish Pygmalion playwright George Bernard | SHAW |
| Kanga's baby in Winnie-the-Pooh stories | ROO |
| Make something look nicer, adorn | DECORATE |
| Mouth part through which teeth develop | GUM |
| Naomie, Miss Moneypenny to Daniel Craig's 007 | HARRIS |
| Occupation, work | JOB |
| One of Ron's wizard twin brothers, not George | FREDWEASLEY |
| One of the ten that a foot has | TOE |
| Throw back light, e.g. using a mirror | REFLECT |
| Umbrellas are useful for this type of day | RAINY |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
BOW 3 letters - BOW is a short, common word - the clue "Actors do this after a performance, to applause" gives it away with a straight definition. It ties with ROO for the shortest lane here; wait for crossings before committing.
SHAW 4 letters - the clue "Irish Pygmalion playwright George Bernard" describes SHAW directly. At just 4 letters, it is a quick fill - the crossing letters from longer answers should confirm it.
ROO 3 letters - ROO is a short, common word - the clue "Kanga's baby in Winnie-the-Pooh stories" gives it away with a straight definition. The doubled O is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
DECORATE 8 letters - reading "Make something look nicer, adorn" literally points to DECORATE. It begins with D and ends with E; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
GUM 3 letters - GUM is a short, common word - the clue "Mouth part through which teeth develop" 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.
HARRIS 6 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Naomie, Miss Moneypenny to Daniel Craig's 007" asks for more than one, and HARRIS fits. The doubled R is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
JOB 3 letters - JOB is a short, common word - the clue "Occupation, work" gives it away with a straight definition. It opens with an uncommon J, which makes it a strong anchor for the lanes it crosses.
FREDWEASLEY 11 letters - reading "One of Ron's wizard twin brothers, not George" literally points to FREDWEASLEY. It is the longest answer in Level 489, so solving it first exposes the most crossing letters.
TOE 3 letters - TOE is a short, common word - the clue "One of the ten that a foot has" gives it away with a straight definition. BOW in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
REFLECT 7 letters - the clue "Throw back light, e.g. using a mirror" describes REFLECT directly. It begins with R and ends with T; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
RAINY 5 letters - "Umbrellas are useful for this type of day" leads to RAINY by definition. It begins with R 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 489?
Level 489 has 11 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 489 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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