Word Lanes Level 1998 Answers
8 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 1998, part of the Levels 1901-2000 block. Level 1998 contains 8 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 1901-2000 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 1998 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Bread before baking | DOUGH |
| Coffee shop worker | BARISTA |
| Hate, loathe | DESPISE |
| John __, starred in Gentleman's Agreement | GARFIELD |
| Patron saint of England | GEORGE |
| Prickly winter shrub with red berries | HOLLYBUSH |
| Small-wheeled board with a stem, for kids | SCOOTER |
| The devil is in these small, particular things | DETAILS |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
DOUGH 5 letters - "Bread before baking" is a straight definition, and DOUGH is the word that matches. It is the shortest lane here; leave it until the crossings make it obvious.
BARISTA 7 letters - the clue "Coffee shop worker" describes BARISTA directly. DESPISE in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
DESPISE 7 letters - "Hate, loathe" leads to DESPISE by definition. It begins with D and ends with E; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
GARFIELD 8 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: GARFIELD completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. It begins with G and ends with D; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
GEORGE 6 letters - "Patron saint of England" is a straight definition, and GEORGE is the word that matches. It begins with G and ends with E; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
HOLLYBUSH 9 letters - the clue "Prickly winter shrub with red berries" describes HOLLYBUSH directly. It is the longest answer in Level 1998, so solving it first exposes the most crossing letters.
SCOOTER 7 letters - "Small-wheeled board with a stem, for kids" leads to SCOOTER by definition. The doubled O is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
DETAILS 7 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "The devil is in these small, particular things" asks for more than one, and DETAILS fits. The trailing S is often the first letter a crossing clue hands you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in Word Lanes Level 1998?
Level 1998 has 8 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 1998 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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