Word Lanes Level 8856 Answers
10 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 8856, part of the Levels 8801-8900 block. Level 8856 contains 10 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 8801-8900 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 8856 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| "Pay an arm and a __" | LEG |
| Bottom point on a compass | SOUTH |
| Distant | FAR |
| Glass shapes that refract light | PRISMS |
| Relax, loosen up | UNWIND |
| Rudyard Kipling book, think Kardashian | KIM |
| Start a fire, spark into a flame | IGNITE |
| The past tense of have | HAD |
| Thinking organ often said to be over matter | MIND |
| Tiny insect that lives in a colony | ANT |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
LEG 3 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: LEG completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It ties with FAR for the shortest lane here; wait for crossings before committing.
SOUTH 5 letters - the clue "Bottom point on a compass" describes SOUTH directly. It begins with S and ends with H; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
FAR 3 letters - FAR is a short, common word - the clue "Distant" 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.
PRISMS 6 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Glass shapes that refract light" asks for more than one, and PRISMS fits. It ties with UNWIND for the longest lane in Level 8856 at 6 letters, so either one opens up the most crossings.
UNWIND 6 letters - "Relax, loosen up" is a straight definition, and UNWIND is the word that matches. PRISMS in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
KIM 3 letters - KIM is a short, common word - the clue "Rudyard Kipling book, think Kardashian" gives it away with a straight definition. It opens with an uncommon K, which makes it a strong anchor for the lanes it crosses.
IGNITE 6 letters - "Start a fire, spark into a flame" leads to IGNITE by definition. It begins with I and ends with E; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
HAD 3 letters - HAD is a short, common word - the clue "The past tense of have" gives it away with a straight definition. It begins with H and ends with D; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
MIND 4 letters - "Thinking organ often said to be over matter" is a straight definition, and MIND is the word that matches. At just 4 letters, it is a quick fill - the crossing letters from longer answers should confirm it.
ANT 3 letters - ANT is a short, common word - the clue "Tiny insect that lives in a colony" gives it away with a straight definition. It begins with A and ends with T; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in Word Lanes Level 8856?
Level 8856 has 10 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 8856 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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